Barbara Wolfe

Barbara Irene Wolfe, 84, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at the Hospice of Sacred Heart in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Born on November 24, 1941, in Nanticoke, PA, Barbara was the daughter of the late-Doris and Bert Hughes. She grew up in Nanticoke and later attended the Nesbitt School of Nursing.

For 40+ years, Barbara worked the night shift as a pediatric nurse at Mercy Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. Her steady presence, compassion, and dedication touched the lives of countless children and families. She earned deep respect from her colleagues and the physicians with whom she worked; even today, many remember her professionalism and unwavering commitment to her young patients.

Barbara married the love of her life, George J. Wolfe, who preceded her in death. Together they built a close-knit, loving family.

Barbara is survived by her children George and his wife Karen, Robert and his wife Ellen, and Christina Thompson and her husband Joel. She will also be reunited in heaven with her beloved son, David and his wife Tracey, who both preceded her in passing.

Forever proud of her Welsh heritage, Barbara happily shared her family memories and interest in Welsh culture with her grandchildren: Patrick Harris (and wife Tracy), Joshua Wolfe (and wife Dominika), Marissa Wolfe, Eric Wolfe, Harry Masker, Ella Wolfe, and Annie Wolfe. She also cherished her great-grandchildren, Mary Harris and Morgan Harris.

A lifelong animal lover, Barbara always kept a home full of pets and had a special place in her heart for animals of all kinds. In her retirement, she was an active participant in Silver Sneakers and made many dear friends. She was known for her strength, her loving and uplifting spirit, her generosity, and her unforgettable presence. Barbara touched many lives, and her impact will continue to live on through all those she cared for and all who loved her.

In accordance with her wishes, there will be no formal service. Those who wish to honor Barbara's memory may make donations to the SPCA of Luzerne County (by mail to 524 Main Street Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18702 or by visiting https://www.spcaluzernecounty.org/how-to-help/donate-now.html) or to Hospice of the Sacred Heart (by mail to 30 E.D. Preate Drive, Suite 108, Moosic, PA 18507 or by visiting https://www.hospicesacredheart.org/donate) causes that reflect her compassionate heart and the care she and her family appreciated so deeply.