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July 3, 2020Barbara was born in Rochester, NY to Donald and Magdalene (Ehmann) Rice. She graduated from Brighton High School in 1948, and received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Rochester in 1952. She taught first grade for three years at Rochester’s Public School #46. Barbara married William Pulsifer on December 22, 1952, and in over 67 years of marriage they were never apart for more than a few days. Barbara was proud to be considered the "matriarch" of the clan of over 520 people descended from Adam and Sophie Ehmann. Barbara was a beautiful and devoted wife, loved her family and loved children. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. Barbara raised 5 boys and 2 girls, and was always an optimist looking for the positive in every situation and person. She was loved by all, and was vital and active right up until her last days.
