Barbara Artz

Barbara Artz, of West Chester, PA, passed away on March 31, 2026.

She was the beloved wife of the late Ted Lamar Artz, with whom she shared 59 years of marriage until his passing in 2020.

Born in Fountain Springs, PA, and a graduate of Butler Township High School, she was the daughter of the late Paul S. Martin and Marian L. Martin.

Barbara worked as a bookkeeper and helped with sales for Lipkin's Furniture for 15+ years. 

She was a devoted member at Westminster Presbyterian Church for 48 years in West Chester.

She volunteered at Chester County Hospital for 28 years and especially enjoyed her time rocking babies in the NICU. In addition, she volunteered at the Abramson Cancer Center, also in West Chester.

Barbara loved talking on the phone with family and friends for extended periods of time. She was an avid reader of books and still had a subscription to Reader's Digest. 

She spent her extra time cooking, baking, taking photos, handwriting cards and letters.

Barbara was known for her kindness, generosity and had a lot of love to give to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed and remembered.

She is survived by her loving sons, Todd M. Artz (Amy) and Craig A. Artz (Cindy); her cherished granddaughter, Amelia; her brother, Paul D. Martin (the late Donna); and her sisters, Kay Paul (the late Terry), Patti Kauffman (Lew), and Annette Thomas (Bruce). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. 

Public viewing Friday, April 10th, from 10-11:30am, at DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, 410 N. Church Street, West Chester, PA. Graveside service immediately following at Oaklands Cemetery, 1042 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the West Chester Food Cupboard, 431 S. Bolmar St., West Chester, PA 19382 or to Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center, West Chester, PA.

Arrangements by DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc. West Chester, PA.