Barbara Louise Shearer

Barbara Louise Shearer, age 97, passed away on December 23, 2023, in her home in The Dalles.  Barbara was born in Antelope, Oregon to Dorothy Elizabeth Ann Rooper and David Crabtree. After Barbara’s mother died when she was just 9 years old, she spent much of her childhood moving around northwest Oregon.  She attended school in Wamic and graduated from Maupin High School.  She was married 77 years to John William Shearer.  They married in 1946 and settled in The Dalles, Oregon to raise their four children.

Barbara had a great love for all animals, especially cats.  She also enjoyed reading, sewing, horseback riding and spending time with family. 

She is survived by her husband John, their sons John Richard and wife Kathy, Gary and wife Dixie, daughter Mary and husband Terry.  She is also survived by grandchildren Cory Erickson and wife Paula, Mandi Coats and husband John, Kevin Shearer, Marcus Shearer, John Robert Shearer and wife Jennifer, Meggan Erland and husband Alec, and nine great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her daughter Linda Erickson and sister LaVonne Smith.

Per Barbara’s request, there will be no service held.  Those wishing to honor her life can make a donation in her name to Home At Last in The Dalles, Oregon. 

Spencer, Libby and Powell Funeral Home in care of her arrangements.