Barbara Greenwald Bock, of New York City and formerly of Scranton, PA, passed away peacefully on December 5th at her sister’s home in Warwick, RI.

She was the daughter of the late Alvin H. and Shirley Friedman Greenwald. Barbara was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1969, University of Pittsburgh and Columbia University where she earned her Master’s in Social Work degree. She helped hundreds of people in her practice as a psychotherapist and addiction specialist. Her commitment to helping people struggling with addiction and mental health challenges reflected her belief in the dignity of every person. She was a diehard New Yorker who took advantage of the many cultural offerings she appreciated so deeply, including the New York City Ballet, the New York Philharmonic and the Roundabout Theater Company.

Barbara was a loving and compassionate person, and a great listener. She was a devoted mother, sister, aunt and friend. Her family was at the center of her life, especially her sons Jonathan and Matthew. Barbara was a constant presence and confidante for all who were lucky enough to be in her world. She had a love of cooking and was known for hosting parties for holidays and special family events. She had a love for travel, cheering for her favorite tennis stars, discussing politics and taking long walks at the beach.

Barbara is survived by her sons Jonathan and Matthew, both of Brooklyn, NY, her sister Carol Mazmanian and her husband Brian, her nephew Daniel Mazmanian and his wife Melissa and her two great nieces Kira and Ilana.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 8th at 12:00 noon at the Temple Israel Cemetery, Dunmore, with services by Rabbi Dovid Saks. 

Shiva will be held on Monday, December 8 and Tuesday, December 9 from 5:30-8:30pm at the home of Ellen Abrams, 211 Central Park West between 81st and 82nd Streets, Apt 15K.

Contributions in Barbara’s memory may be made to St. Jude Hospital or the Food Bank for NYC.