Barbara A. Wasem

Barbara A. "Barb" Wasem, age 54, of Dover, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015, from cancer, in the home of her mother at Dover.

Born August 12, 1960, at Dover, she was a daughter of Virginia (Pfeiffer) Wasem and the late Robert Wasem Jr. Barb graduated in 1978 from Dover High School, and went on to earn her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Clearwater Christian College at Clearwater, Florida, and her master's degree in Education from Ashland University. She taught in Florida, and the Garaway and Indian Valley School Districts before coming to Dover City Schools twelve years ago. She presently taught Language Arts in the Dover Middle School.

Barb was a member of the Dover Baptist Temple, where she sang in the choir and was director of the Tone Chimes. Additionally, she played the clarinet she had a life-long love of music. Barb owned west highland terriers, and participated in agility trials, winning a championship with her late dog, Ellie.

Besides her mother, Virginia, Barb is survived by her brother, Robert (Stephanie) Wasem III of Dover; her niece and nephews, Rachael, Robby and Jacob; and her little dog, Josie.

Family and friends are invited to call at the Dover Baptist Temple, 2896 State Route 800 N.E., Dover, on Friday, April 3, 2 4 and 6 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m., in the church, with Pastor Chris Rhodes officiating. Burial will be in Dover Burial Park. Following the committal, there will be a luncheon in the church.

The family suggests that contributions in Barb's memory be made to the Dover Baptist Temple at the address listed above.