Barbara Lipphardt, 89, of Mystic, passed away July 29 at Avalon Health Center in Mystic.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband George Wells Lipphardt who died in September of 2017.
Barbara was a lifelong advocate for children with special needs and enjoyed a long and successful career in the Stonington Public School System. In her retirement, she enjoyed traveling with her husband. As a lifelong learner, she spent many hours researching her Franco-American roots and studying local history.
She is survived by her three children; Wayne Lipphardt and wife Kris of Waterford, Randy Lipphardt and wife Marcia of North Stonington and Stacy Shaffer and husband Charles of Sebec, ME.; four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or American-French Genealogical Society.
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