Born in Nyack, NY, on June 13, 1938, she was a daughter to George and Marie Peterson.
Barbara was a dedicated mother and loving wife. She was a retired registered nurse who devoted her life to caring and helping others. Her kind and giving nature touched the lives of many people and pets. Her Faith in God helped her persevere through life's many challenges.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Richard Gherri; her daughters, Joanne and Tracy; her sister Betsy; and granddaughter Melissa.
A funeral service will be held 11:00am November 8, 2021, at Our Lady Star of the Sea, 1100 8th Ave. N, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. A Celebration of life will follow at 1:00 pm at Calabash Elks, 937 Carter Dr. SW, Calabash, NC 28467.
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Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.