This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: sgorin Surnames: Bale, Field, Vann Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.kentucky.counties.barren/18889/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NOTE: I have no connection, no further information and am not seeking additional information. Name: Barbara Overington Bale Residence: Glasgow KY Born: 10 April 1939 Died: 18 Sept 2007 Daughter of S. Garnett and Joy Field Bale Atended Christian College in Sephens, MO before graduating from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Education. Began teaching first grade in the Fayette Co KY school system in 1961 and in 1973 accepted a teaching position at The Lexington School. During a career than spanned 37 years, she introduced first-graders to the lifelong magic and mystery of learning. Through the art of listening, she learned from them as well as they from her. Preceded in death by parents. Survivors: Sister: Daryl Bale Vann (Mrs. E. P.) Brothers: Shelby G Bale and Phillip W. Bale (Kristen), all of Glasgow, Richard H. Bale (Gina)of Spokane, WA, Bradley F Bale (Pam) of Lubbock TX Sister-in-law: Robin Bale of Seattle WA 15 nieces and nephews 10 great-neices and nephews, multitude of friends anad a large family of dearly loved former students. Memorial graveside service 2 pm Saturday, 22 Sept 2007, Glasgow Municipal Cemetery under direction of Hatcher and Saddler Funeral Home. Glasgow (KY) Daily Times, Wednesday, 19 Sept 2007, p. 3. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.