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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helen Barbar, widow of Jamil N. Barbar, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, educator and cherished friend. Helen passed away peacefully at her home in Portland, Oregon just days before her 86th birthday.

Born in Beirut, Lebanon on August 15, 1939, to Girgi Hayek and Linda Abu Shakra, Helen was the youngest of four siblings. She is survived by her sister, Leila, and brother, Elie. …

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Mrs. and Mr. Barbar were both my teachers at the Lebanese Evangelical School in Achrafieh, Lebanon from 1985 till 1992.…

Mrs. and Mr. Barbar were both my teachers at the Lebanese Evangelical School in Achrafieh, Lebanon …

Mrs. and Mr. Barbar were both my teachers at the Lebanese Evange…

To the Barbar Family.  I am so sad to learn this news about dear Helen.  Yes, she was truly a woman of grace who dearly…
To the Barbar Family.  I am so sad to learn this news about dear Helen.  Yes, she was truly a woman…
To the Barbar Family.  I am so sad to learn this news about dear…

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Born

August 15th, 1939
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Passed away

August 6th, 2025
Portland, Oregon

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