Barbara A. (Bartholomew) Natalia

of Cranston St., Cranston, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence.  She was the beloved wife for 62 years of Lawrence R. Natalia.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Etta (Narker) Bartholomew.

Barbara was an executive secretary in the insurance industry and later in accounts payable at Cable Electric before retiring.  An avid duckpin bowler, she bowled two perfect games and was the recipient of many trophies; and enjoyed crocheting, knitting and crossword puzzles.

Besides her husband Lawrence, Barbara was the devoted mother of Lawrence R. Natalia, Jr. of Foster and Steven J. Natalia and his wife Heather of West Warwick; and loving grandmother of Ryan J. and Caitlynn M. Natalia.  She also adored her two cats Susie and Cleo.

Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Monday, November 20th at 9 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary’s Church, 1525 Cranston St., Cranston at 10 a.m.  Burial will be at St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.  VISITING HOURS are Sunday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial; contributions may be made to: Hope Hospice & Palliative Care RI, 1085 North Main St., Providence, RI 02904.