Barbara Ruth Washburn
Born: Sat., Apr. 13, 1935
Died: Thu., Apr. 3, 2008
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Barbara Ruth Washburn, 72, of Fowler died Thursday, April 3, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Lafayette.
Born April 13, 1935, in Shelbyville, she was the daughter of Emerson Jay and Ruth (Nave) Brunner.
Survivors include her sons, Jeff Washburn of Hope, Steve Washburn of Greenwood, Matt Washburn of Pine Village and Doug Washburn of Crested Butte, Colo.; grandchildren, Alex and Jack both of Hope, Jennifer, Heather and Matt, all of Greenwood, Mason of Pine Village and Catherine and Porter, both of Crested Butte.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, George Albert Brunner.
Ms. Washburn had been a sales associate with F.C. Tucker in Lafayette.
She graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1953 and from Hanover College in 1957, with a degree in mathematics.
Ms. Washburn served on Benton Community School Corp. board from 1977 to 1992, with two of those years as president.
She enjoyed and was excellent in her needlepoint work and also enjoyed riding her moped.
In respecting Barb's wishes, there will be no visitation and a private family service will be conducted followed by a gathering with friends at the Cottage on Blue River.
Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison St., is handling the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Barbara to the donor's choice.
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Chris Willis
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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May the God of your understanding keep you and your family in his thoughts during this time of loss.
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Glenda Buchanan
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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I knew Barbara when she was on the school board in the late 80's. She was gracious and organized Andrew Brost benefits. We were grateful for her hard work and dedication and kindness at that time.
My prayers are with her family. May our Lord comfort you all.
Sincerely, Glenda Buchanan
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Mike Bennett
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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Steve, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family have my deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you.
I hope all is going well for you it has been a long time since we've talked. I'm doing well working for the Railroad now. I run from Frankfort to Cincinnati and back. Take care, and again sorry to hear about your mother.
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Dale and Sina Smith
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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Dear Boys- So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was an outstanding person and a very dear friend.
Dale and Sina Smith
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Eric Cassel
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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So to hear about the loss of your mother. Hope you all are well. Eric.
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Sandy Utz
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family. I work at Stall and Kessler's,met your mom thru John Stall II many years ago. I really enjoyed your mom. She was so nice. It was a pleasure to know her and assist her with any needs she had. She will be greatly missed by all. May God bless your family.
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Valerie Taylor
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Posted Sat April 05, 2008
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I am sorry for all your loss. Losing a parent is a very hard thing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I went to school with Doug and know Matt from his helping Dr. Conard find a new office.
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Mark Probasco
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you at this time.
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Kathy Laffoon
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Dad (George Hall) thought a lot of your mom. God bless each of you.
Dave,Kenny and Kathy Hall
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Cindy Martin
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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Doug, You may not remember me from high school but I just wanted you to know how very sorry I was to hear of your mothers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy
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Mark Pearl
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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I am very sorry to hear of your Mother's death. She was a very special lady and I valued our friendship. I was so proud of how she perservered these last years. She was always very proud of her boys and your families. I will always have a special place in my heart for Barb.
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Bill & Marilynn Bird
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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Our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Pat & Sue Barrett
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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Pat and I wish to express our sympathy in Barbara's passing. I remember when I was new to Benton County and had just had surgery that Barb packed a picnic and came to our house to spend the day with me. I really appreciated that.
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Gary Schroeder
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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Jim Berry and Kristel Kaye
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Posted Sun April 06, 2008
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Very sorry to hear of your loss.
Your Mom was a special friend
and I have fond memories of our times together. I will be thinking of you during this difficult time and also thinking of the good times we shared.
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Joe & Cheryl Steiner
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Posted Mon April 07, 2008
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Betty McKinnis
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Posted Mon April 07, 2008
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Matt,
Remembering better days that your mother and I shared at F.C. Tucker.
Betty McKinnis
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Kenny Windler
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Posted Mon April 07, 2008
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I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Thomas Baxter
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Posted Tue April 08, 2008
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Mandy Kelly
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Posted Tue April 08, 2008
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Matt: On behalf of the F.C. Tucker Commercial office-Kevin Bol, Mandy Kelly, Rod Evans, Sue O'Brien, Doug Anderson, Stan Mithoefer, Ed McCabe, John Strycker and Jen Larson, we wanted to express our condolences.
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Beth Mason
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Posted Tue April 08, 2008
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Jeff, Steve, Matt, Doug,
I always enjoyed visiting with your mother.I liked her personality and she always had a smile on her face. I can remember meeting all of you for the first time at Howard and Ursal's house for a family getogether. Your mother stood out as a very pleasant, attractive, and personable woman. I will definitely miss her.
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Wendell & Doris Mson
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Posted Tue April 08, 2008
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Stanley Rider
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Posted Tue April 08, 2008
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Sally Zehring Timmons
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Posted Wed April 09, 2008
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My sincere sympathy to all of Barb's family. I recall with great fondness the generous hospitality shown to me and my family when we were newcomers to Fowler, many years ago....both Barb, and Sam made great effort in helping us to feel at home.
My prayers for all,
Sally Zehring Timmons
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Carol Springgate
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Posted Thu April 10, 2008
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I am very sorry for your loss.
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