Killington, Vermont

Barbara Joan Biathrow 89, Passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025. A private service will be held with family members. A celebration of life will be held this spring in Killington, along with her husband, Henry Biathrow who proceeded her death by only 9 days.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Barbara J. Biathrow to the Sherburne United Church of Christ. P.O. box 359, Killington, VT 05751.

Jo was born on June 10, 1935, in Kingston, IN to Russell Lowell Brown and Cecile A. (Chambers) Brown.

She is survived by a son, Russel H. Biathrow 66 of Killington VT and a daughter Deborah L. McGillivray 64 (wife of Robert F. McGillivray) of Stoneham, MA.

Sister Donna Atkins, brothers Robert Brown and Steven Brown, and many extended families.

For 35 years, she worked at Killington Ski Resort, starting in the small restaurant at the base of the slopes and working her way through many roles—from switchboard receptionist to accounting, and working at restaurants on the lower mountain. Then for the last 20 years, she ran the Peak Restaurant, where her dedication and hard work truly shined.

Jo was a source of love, strength, and wisdom, and a pillar in her church community. She took great pride in organizing the yearly church dinners for group bus tours, always bringing people together with her kindness and love.

After retirement Jo and Henry wintered in Winter Haven, Florida. At the trailer park rec hall, she helped create many unforgettable holiday dinners. She was also a champion shuffleboard player and never missed a chance to enjoy her nightly card games, where her competitive spirit and laughter filled the room.

Jo will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her ability to bring people together, and someone who poured love and care into everything she did. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, strength, and wisdom that will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her

Thank you to everyone who has supported us during this difficult time.