Barb was born on December 7, 1929 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to William H. and Margaret (Purcell) Jessen. The family lived south of Miles City for a time before moving to Jordan, Montana where she was raised and received her education. On May 10, 1947, Barb married Guy E. Gibson from Mosby, MT. He was employed by the Department of Transportation from 1947 - 1981, transferring to Miles City where they raised their three children, Donald, Wanda and William (Bill). Though employment outside the home was limited, she was fortunate to be able to stay home with her children and performed the 50´s/60´s version of day care by babysitting for friends, then ultimately her own grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Over the years the family enjoyed camping and fishing, Hell creek has been a favorite place always. She also liked gardening, crocheting, raising chickens and ducks and spending time with family whenever possible. However, she would forego all these activities for a Bingo game and if she didn´t win, was sure the game was rigged.
For the last two and a half years, Barb´s health required that she lived at Holy Rosary Extended Care. She would always tell us she didn´t always like everyone that worked there, but she did love them. She had many, many friends among the staff and we, her family, are grateful to each one who served her on a daily basis.
Barb was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son Bill and her brother Charles. She is survived by her son Donald Gibson of Miles City, MT; daughter Wanda (Wayne) Holmlund of Miles City, MT; two grandchildren: Kurt (Darcie) Holmlund and Angie (Kris) Lohrke. She is also survived by her six great grandchildren: Sydnee, Alyssa, Kole and Hannah Lohrke and Jaycee and Dylan Holmlund and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 1:45 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Memorials may be made to Wanda Holmlund to be used to purchase something in memory of Barb for Holy Rosary Extended Care.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
13:45
Wednesday January 25, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
13:45
Wednesday January 25, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Vickie & Gene says
I was very sorry to hear the news. Wanda, you were a WONDERFUL daughter.
A poem I want to share:
Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us, our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life.
~Albert Einstein~
Shona Ackman says
I will miss Barb everyday.
Dolores Steiner says
Wand and family: I am so sorry to hear about the lost of your mom. I will miss the times we shared on Tuesday’s.
Mary Kings Grube says
Wanda:
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I know you were a blessing to her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise Harvey says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the passing of your mom. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Carrie Beach says
Wanda, I so enjoyed getting to know your mom over lunches. It was fun to make note of the people who would wander past and giggle like school girls. You have been such an amazing example of pure love and we are sure missing you this week.
Kimber Nelson Gebhardt says
I will never forget how much Barb loved watching my dog, Gus, play with the pygmy goats in the backyard when I lived on Truscott. She told me she would watch them for hours and just laugh! Good times. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a very special lady. Love and prayers to you all!
Rick and Tami Folkerts says
Wanda and family…Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Janet Clark says
Sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. May God give you peace and comfort, and let your memories surround you.
Sue and Gene Cranford says
Wanda and Family ~
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayer.
Donna Rich says
My condolences.
VIRAG FAMILY says
DON & WANDA,
WE HAVE CHERISHED MEMORIES OF BARBARA & “UNCLE BILL” GROWNING UP IN THE SAME NEIGHBORHOOD AND OF COURSE BINGO NIGHTS! CONDOLENCES TO ALL YOUR FAMILY
caroline boyt-niebrugge says
such a sweet lady…made going to work such pleasure.enjoyed taking care of her at ECU…will always miss her….caroline
Alvin & Denise Rich says
So sorry to hear of Barbs passing. Our thoughts and prayers for all of you at this difficult time.
Tom & Darlene Hess says
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark Bichler says
Family of Barb,
I was sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I was out of town on HRH business. She was our joy to care for and will be missed. May God comfort you in her loss.
In Christ’s service,
Mark Bichler
ECU Administrator
Jackie and Joe Schneidt says
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Andrea Sibble says
I miss barb every day that I work, but I know she is in a better place. Thank you Wanda and Family for being so helpful and understanding.
Love,
Andrea RN
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Don, Sorry to read about your mom’s passing. Take care.
Kay
Butch and Cathe Smith says
May your fun times and good memories be a source of comfort to you during this difficult time……Our deepest sympathy Cathe and Butch
Kevin & Susan Hom says
Don and family, Kevin and I are sad to hear your mother passed away. We know she is in a better place now and at peace, may you all rest knowing she is now happy and at peace. We send our love, thoughts and prayers.