Barbara L. Panico, 88, of Antwerp, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2014 at The Gardens of Paulding, Paulding.
Barb was born in Hicksville on November 6, 1925, a daughter of the late Florence (Link) and Francis Bedor.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Antwerp. Barb loved her family, enjoyed reading, crossword & jigsaw puzzles and was a loyal Ohio State Football fan.
She was named Salutatorian of the Hicksville High School class of 1943. On July 17, 1947 she married Andy Panico.
Barb will be sadly missed by her husband, Andy; daughter, Andrea of Fort Wayne; 5 grandchildren & her treasured great grand children.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Jim & grandson, Mike.
Services are Wednesday, 11 am, with viewing one hour prior at Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, where viewing is also Tuesday, 5 to 8 pm.
She will be laid to rest at Maumee Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred for Antwerp Friends of the Library.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com