Obituary of Barbara L. Ramsdell

Barbara L. Ramsdell, 63, of Morrisville passed away on Sunday at Preferred Care at Mercer in Ewing. She was born in Pittsfield, Mass., and resided in Bucks County for the past 25 years. Most recently, Barbara was employed as an administrative assistant at ETS (Educational Testing Service) and at Barnes and Noble in Princeton, NJ. Barbara graduated from Villa Victoria Academy in Ewing and Goucher College in Maryland. While taking graduate courses in English and American literature at Simmons College in Boston, Barbara developed a special interest in the works of Henry James. She also studied British theater in London, and French language and culture in Paris. Barbara was a Francophile, a dog lover, and a talented handicrafter specializing in the fiber and textile arts. Daughter of the late Robert C. Ramsdell, she is survived by her loving mother, Jane (née Sullivan) Ramsdell, and many friends. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2015, at 11:00 am at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 W. State Street, Trenton, N.J., 08618. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s honor can be made to the National ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) 424 E. 92nd St, New York City, New York 10128.