Barbara N. Bateman, 71, died on Aug. 10, 2023, while on in-home hospice care.

She was the wife of Ned Bateman and the daughter of the late William and Irene Anthony.

Born in Allentown, she graduated from William Allen High School and Lehigh County Community College, then spent the next 20 years as an occupational therapy assistant at Allentown State Hospital.

She later enjoyed several years as a librarian at Northampton Area Public Library.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son Michael; daughter Jessica Gonzalez (Carlos); grandchildren Oliver and Seba Gonzalez; and sister Doreen Kleinworth (Jack).

Her family and her numerous dogs were her life’s passion.

A celebration of her life, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Becky J. Beckwith, will take place 10 a.m. Aug. 28, in Gilbert Funeral Home, 444 Pershing Blvd., Whitehall, where her family will receive guests beginning at 9 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to an animal rescue organization of one’s choice.