Barbara Veale

Barbara Josephine (Sirchia) Veale, of Red Oak, Texas passed away at home February 3, 2022 with her loving husband Jon by her side.

She was born to the late Anthony J and Bernice B Sirchia January 7, 1961 in Dallas, Texas. Barbara was a graduate of Justin F Kimball High in Dallas. She was also part of the Young Marines and truly loved the program.

Barbara met the love of her life Jon H Veale and married April 13, 2008 where they enjoyed life together along with their precious Dread, Queenie, Boston and Punkin.  Barbara had a tremendous love for animals, she adopted dogs and gave them all her love and healed their spirits along the way. She loved going on Fossil Rim Safari with her niece Abby and always no matter where she and Jon went they had to go visit the Zoo and Aquariums.  She loved flowers and beautiful plants just watching them bloom was such an enjoyment for her.

Barbara was survived by her loving husband of Thirteen Years Jon H Veale, her brother Emile A (Tony) Sirchia (Katherine), Brother-in-Law Brian Veale and family (Gayathri and Abby), Father and Mother-in-Law James & Sue Veale, along with numerous Nieces and Nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Anthony J Sirchia and Bernice B Sirchia.

Barbara was a bright spark in this world that touched so many with her beautiful smile, infectious laugh and wit. Always her life will be a remarkable reminder to the family and friends on things to hold onward and that she will be deeply missed by so many.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made in memory of Barbara to St. Jude (Stjude.org) and to Mt. Zion Cemetery Assn. (501c3) 211 N. Austin St. Ranger, Texas 76470