Barbara Wachsmuth

Barbara Wachsmuth, age 81, of Owen, went home to Jesus on Sunday, June 4, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born in the Town of Hoard on October 8, 1941, to Clayton and Theresa (Fritsch) Rahn. She married the love of her life, Gerald Wachsmuth, on December 2, 1960. Together, they had three children: Dawn Ruppert, Mark (Bonnie) Wachsmuth and Robin (Robert) Clift.

The things most important to Barbara were faith, family and friends. She loved life and had a smile and laugh to brighten any room. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her.

Barabara was predeceased by Clayton Rahn (father), Theresa Scidmore (mother), Robert Scidmore (step-father) and Doug Rahn (brother).

She is survived by her husband, her three children, grandson, Jason Wachsmuth, sister, Sandy Wirtala (Nick), brother, Joseph Scidmore (Jody), and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 9, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Owen with Father Michael Hayden presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

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