Barbara Anne Freed, 87, of Sykesville, MD, passed away on May 18, 2025, at Fairhaven Retirement Community. Born on February 2, 1938, in Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Robert John and Helen Dorothy Felker. A registered nurse, Barbara earned a Master’s degree in nursing from Catholic University and later taught at Marymount University. She moved to Fairhaven 15 years ago. Known for her love of dressing up, painting, and playing cards, she is survived by her son Dale, daughter-in-law Karen, sister Judy, and grandchildren. Barbara was predeceased by her daughter, Melissa Freed Henry, in 2007.
