Obituary of Barbara C. Yunis

Elmira: Age 86, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness on Tuesday, October 29, 2013. Barb was born October 20, 1927, a daughter of Frank and Pearl (Coots) Chapman. She is predeceased by her brother Durwood Chapman and sisters, Louise Taylor and Ruth Rollins. Barb is survived by her husband of 69 years Nicholas Yunis; children, Georgia Reynolds and husband Ransom, Jr. with their children Ransom III (Sheila), Nicholas (Lia) and Gavin; Jeffery Yunis, with children, Cassie (Travis) MacDonald and Taylor Yunis; Pamela Yunis with Kim Kinsman and son Steven Shaw, Jr.; Bebette Yunis with Kristen DeLuca; seven great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Helen Lutomski; and long-time family friend Ellen Gibbs Matson. Barb enjoyed her "canine grandkids" over the years who were so significant in her life especially Brittany, Ginger, Abby, London, and Coco. Barb was a faithful, loyal and dedicated mother and wife. She was committed to her loving family and friends. She loved Keuka Lake and the home they made at Camp Arey. Barb made everyone feel welcome and entertained groups of people with ease and grace. She was a wonderful cook who created delicious meals for all of her family and friends. Barb was the glue that kept the family together in a graceful and understated way. She was a natural beauty; beautiful inside and out. Her class, dignity and elegance were evident throughout her life. Friends are invited to a Solemn Requiem Mass at Grace Episcopal Church, 375 W. Church Street, Elmira, on Friday, November 1, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Barb's memory to either, the Chemung County SPCA, 2435 State Route 352, Elmira NY 14903 or the Humane Society of Yates County, 1216 State Route 14A, Penn Yan NY 14527.