She was born in Belvidere, IL on April 18, 1936, the daughter of Byron and Esther (Sippel) Anderson.
Barbara attended Belvidere High School. She worked manufacturing until her retirement. Barbara was First Lady of Belvidere during her second marriage. She enjoyed jewelry, clothes, and thrift shopping. Barbara listened to rock ‘n’ roll music and especially enjoyed the Rolling Stones, seeing them in concert four times. She was also a lifelong White Sox fan.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Helen, Marilyn, and Ester Mae; stepmother, Lenore Anderson; son Michael “Orta” Smiley; and daughter-in-law, Anita Hostetter.
Barbara is survived by her daughters, Diane (Don) Meyer and Marilyn (Scott) Muir; grandchildren, Ryan (Ashley) LaMantia, Donald (Macy) Muir, and Brianna Muir; sister, Norene (Dick) Nelson; and great-grandchildren, Willow, Aurora, Reign, and Evelyn.
Barbara was full of love, laughter, and resilience. She will be missed dearly by her family. It was her wish to be cremated, and a private service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Forever Home Feline Ranch.
The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home- Chatham, 8855 State Rt. 4, Chatham.
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