HADLEY, Barbara

Published in The Arizona Republic from May 25 to May 27, 2021 - Phoenix, Arizona - It is with great sadness to share the passing of Barbara Walker Hadley. Our beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother passed away on May 23, 2021. Barbara was born on October 10, 1950 in Phoenix to Robert and Lois Walker. Barbara was a graduate from Arcadia High School (1968). She attended Arizona State University (B. S. Business Administration 1972). Later, with a desire to help others, Barbara earned her Master's Degree in Counseling from Arizona State University. While at Arizona State, Barbara met the love of her life and married Kim Patrick (KP) Hadley in 1976. Her legacy is survived by her two sons, who were her pride and joy; Ryan Hadley M.D. (Andrea) now residing in Ada, Michigan and Patrick Hadley (Bridget) now residing in Seattle, WA. She is survived by her dearly loved family including her brothers Bob Walker and John Walker (Julie) and sisters Cathie Reagan (Rick) and Susie Snyder as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The lights of her life, surviving their grandmother are Claire, Jason, and Ellie. A celebration of Barbara's life will be held Thursday, May 27th for friends and family at the Marriott at the Buttes in Tempe from 3-6 pm.