In Memory of Barbara L. Hebner (1935-2026)

We offer our condolences to the family and colleagues of the Rev. Barbara L. Hebner, who died on March 13, 2026, at the age of 90.

Barbara is survived by her children: Laura Peebles (Ellen Fingerman), Megan Martin (Gareth Smith), Laird Cummings (Jennifer Cummings), Heather Petit (Will Hurd), Margaret Badger, and Michael Petit (Kristan Petit), as well as many who considered her “Mom.” She is also survived by her niece, Deb Fletcher (Julie Fletcher); her nephews, Harold Fletcher and Jim Cummings (Susan Meeker); eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. 

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Newark, 420 Willa Rd, Newark, DE 19711. Zoom option will be available; please visit the congregation’s website for details.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UUA Living Tradition Fund, environmental plastics cleanup efforts, local progressive political campaigns –especially those with seat-flip potential, or direct giving to members in need in your community.

Notes of condolence may be sent to: The Hebner Family, 206 Grantham Place, Newark, DE 19711.

A more complete obituary will follow.