Barbara L. Barben, 69, of Denver, CO & Wildwood Crest, NJ died September 14, 2009 in Denver, CO. She was born in Philadelphia, PA. She graduated from Chestnut Hill Hospital Nursing School in 1961. Barbara married Paul A. Barben on May 20, 1970 and they raised two sons. In 1992, Barbara earned a BS in Nursing & in 1994 she completed her Masters Degree in Gerontological Nursing. She earned both degrees at the State University of New York in New Paltz. Barbara worked as a nurse throughout her life. Barbara had three grandchildren whom she dearly loved. Barbara lived for her family and her love touched all.