Sister Barbara Krick, formerly Sister Janet Emily, died peacefully at the Teresian House in Albany, New York on April 26, 2026. She had been a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet for seventy-one years. Born in Syracuse, New York, she was the daughter of Leonard and Katherine Krick. Educated in both elementary and secondary schools in Syracuse, Barbara received her BA and MA degrees from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York.

Following her many years as an elementary school teacher, Sister Barbara’s diverse talents led her to parish ministry, Coordinator of the Family Life Program in the Syracuse diocese, and as a therapist in the Onondaga Pastoral Counseling Center. Even when she ‘retired’ she volunteered as the manager of the Carondelet Gift Shoppe at the Provincial House in Latham. In her spare time, she was also a gifted poet. In all her ministries, Sister Barbara was known for her kindness, generosity and dedication.

Sister Barbara was predeceased by her parents, her brother, Bernard and her sister, Janet. Barbara will be missed by her relatives, her many friends and the Sisters of St. Joseph.  

Sister Barbara’s wake and funeral services will be held at St. Joseph’s Provincial House in Latham, NY. Her wake will be from 9:30 – 10:30 AM on Thursday, April 30th with her funeral Mass celebrated at 10:30 that same day.  

Contributions in Sister Barbara’s memory may be made to the Office of Mission Advancement, St. Joseph’s Provincial House, 385 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, New York 12110.

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