Barbara Wojtaszek of Monroe, GA, formerly of Florida, NY, entered into rest on Monday, March 4, 2024 at home. She was 82.

The daughter of the late Barney Wojtaszek and Joan Kosior Wojtaszek, she was born on June 5, 1941 in Warwick, NY. Her parents were told she would be lucky to make it to 10. So much for 1940s medicine…

Barbara was a faithful member of St. Joseph Church, Florida, NY, and also a member of the Rosary Society. She enjoyed a life-long career as a dietary aide for Arden Hill Hospital in Goshen, NY. After retirement, Barbara enjoyed a number of adventures. She embarked on an Alaskan cruise, journeyed to her ancestral roots in Poland and even made it to Disney World with her entire family.

She is survived by her nephew, Vincent Wojtaszek; nephew, Michael Wojtaszek; niece, Christine Wojtaszek; sister-in-law, Rose Wojtaszek; along with several great nieces, nephews and cousins and her long-time pet, Terror Kitty

She was predeceased by her brother, Paul Wojtaszek.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 10th from 1-4pm at T.S. Purta Funeral Home, 22 Glenmere Avenue, Florida, NY 10921.

A funeral mass will be held 10AM on Monday, March 11th at St. Joseph Church, 20 Glenmere Avenue, Florida, NY 10921.

Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Florida, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Florida Fire Department, PO Box 600, Florida, NY 10921.