Barbara H. Grabauskas

Forestport- Barbara H, Grabauskas, 79, wife of the late Andrew, passed away after a short illness on Monday, August 8, 2022, at St. Luke’s Memorial Hospital, New Hartford, while surrounded by the love of her family. Barbara was born on May 8, 1943, in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk County, England, where she was raised and received her education. On August 12, 1961, at St. Edmundsbury Church, Bury St. Edmunds, Barbara married the love of her life, Andrew A. “Andy” Grabauskas, who she met while he was serving his country in the U.S. Air Force and stationed at Lakenheath Air Force Base, England. Later in 1961, upon returning to the United States, she and Andy lived in Boonville and in Forestport village, until 1975, when they constructed their home near Foresptort village. Andy passed away on March 23, 2021 and for many years, until he retired in 2019, he owned and operated Andy’s Auto Service Garage, Forestport. Barbara greatly enjoyed raising flowers and surrounding her gardens with white picket fences. She enjoyed the outdoors and working on her lawns, as well as knitting sweaters and afghans. She also enjoyed watching movies. Barbara is survived by two daughters; Linda J. (David) Hayes, Forestport, Debra S. Grabauskas, Yorkville; grandchildren, Kari (Bruce) Coveny, Sauquoit, Haley (Brad) Kaiding, West Leyden, Krista (Deven) Crill, Remsen; great grandchildren, Drake Hall and Aspen Crill; her siblings, Barry (Wendy) Wright, Helen Adams and Freda Smith, all of England and her sister in law, Betty (Ted) McKinley, TN and many nieces and nephews, throughout the United States, England and Canada. Also surviving is her lifelong friend, Glenyce VerSchneider and her faithful and loving furbaby, Katie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at 11:00 A.M., at Woodgate Cemetery. Visitation hours are Friday, 4-8 P.M. at Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville. Memorial contributions may be made to The Otter Lake Fire Department, 13853 State Rt. 28, Otter Lake, NY 13338.