In loving memory of

Barbara Ellen McCune
March 5, 1965 - September 28, 2017

Williamsburg-Barbara Ellen McCune was born March 5, 1965 in Marengo, Iowa, the daughter of John Francis and Shirley Ann (Werner) McCune. She graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1983. Barb was a life long farmer, producing crops, raising cattle and custom baling. Barb was united in marriage to Orville L. Weiss on December 17, 2014, in North English. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williamsburg. She enjoyed spending time with her dogs (Ace, Max and Rosie), going to the sale barn, gardening and canning. She had her pilots license and was a former real estate agent for Grimm Realty. Barb passed away Thursday, September 28, 2017 at her home.

She is survived by her mother Shirley of North English; five siblings: Katherine (Jay) Friesen of Tucson, AZ, Tom (Darlene) McCune of Cedar Rapids, Janet (Monte) Kugley of Homestead, Carolyn McCune of Des Moines and Kim McCune (Steve Fuhrmeister) of Iowa City; a sister-in-law: Joy McCune of Albert Lea, MN and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, 2 brothers: John III and William and her husband Orville.

Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am Friday, October 13, 2017 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williamsburg. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Parnell. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg, where there will be a prayer service at 4:00 pm. Memorials are for Safe Haven of Iowa County.

Tributes

Vicki Selby Wise wrote on Oct 13, 2017:

"Dear McCune Family, My heartfelt condolences for the loss of Barbara Ellen. She has gone home. Sincerely, Vicki Selby Wise "

Anne Collingwood wrote on Oct 11, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy goes out to the McCune family. Barb was such a nice person to know and her death is a tragic loss. Anne and Russell Collingwood"

Karmen Schlesselman wrote on Oct 11, 2017:

"Barb was a good friend. We always had fun when we did things together, women's softball, horseback riding, Iowa basketball games, hay rack rides and lots more. She is missed. "

Ann Wood wrote on Oct 10, 2017:

"My deepest sympathies to Barb's family. She was a very special farmer & will be missed by all of Iowa Country. Until we meet again."

Diane Kimm wrote on Oct 10, 2017:

"To all of Barb's family, I am so sorry for your loss. As one of her classmates, it has been a shock to all of us. We all have different memories but I believe everyone would say she was one on the kindest person they knew. Since our last names started with the letter M, I found myself sitting by Barb a lot in school. Let's just say I was the talker but she would always listen to me. We have played Words with Friends for some time and she has always won the games. Just a few weeks ago I asked her if she thought I would ever win a game and she said, of course. Our last game has resigned as of tonight for the lack of play and I smile because she was still ahead of me. Loved your smile and I will miss our games, Barb. May you Rest In Peace."

Tim and Mary Gahring wrote on Oct 9, 2017:

"It's so hard to sink in the heartbreaking, tragic loss of Barb. She was the most hard working, passionate and kind person I know. My prayers and love go to her family and friends and her precious dogs. She will certainly be missed by so many. Fly high and rest in peace my friend. "

George and Joyce Watson wrote on Oct 6, 2017:

"McCune family members. Barb was a dear church friend of my husband and I. She loved to visit about farming and her dogs. We also knew her mother whom she loved dearly and her family members. She will be missed by all who knew her . Are ??'" go out to you all. Love & Prayers. George and Joyce Watson"

George and Joyce Watson wrote on Oct 6, 2017:

"McCune family members. Barb was a dear church friend of my husband and I. She loved to visit about farming and her dogs. We also knew her mother whom she loved dearly and her family members. She will be missed by all who knew her . Are ??'" go out to you all. Love & Prayers. George and Joyce Watson"

Millie Lemley wrote on Oct 5, 2017:

"Love the McCune family. Barb was a great person and a friend to everyone . Love and Sympathy. Millie Lemley"

Sheila McBride wrote on Oct 4, 2017:

"I'm so sorry for your loss. Barb was one of the nicest people I've ever known and have many fond memories of our time growing up together. Sheila Garringer McBride"

Heidi (Hubbell) Kirschbaum wrote on Oct 3, 2017:

"Janet and family, Sorry to hear the loss of Barb. She was a wonderful person and is going to be missed by all who knew her."

Steven Swender wrote on Oct 2, 2017:

" We have lost a very wonderful, caring friend, She can never be replaced. We can look forward to seeing her with Jesus one day soon. Lord bless you and keep you Barbara"

Patty Delaney wrote on Oct 2, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy to the McCune family. Barb was always there for me to lend a hand or with a friendly wave from the field as I passed by. I'm glad I got to see her on my last visit to Iowa a few years back. With love~ Patty Delaney"

John Lillis wrote on Oct 2, 2017:

"Our sincere sympathies to the McCune family. We lost a good friend & a good person. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Judy & John Lillis"

O'Brien wrote on Oct 1, 2017:

"May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. ~The O'Brien family"

Patty Martin wrote on Sep 30, 2017:

"She is one of THE most kindest, caring, and thoughtful people I've ever been blessed to know! She is greatly missed by all. Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to the family-Patty Martin "