In loving memory of

Barbara Jo Gartman
October 29, 1952 - March 6, 2007

Barbara Jo Barb Gartman age 54 of Maquoketa Iowa died on Tuesday morning March 62007.0 at the Briarwood Care Center in Maquoketa Iowa.



A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday March 102007.0 from the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa Iowa. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M. on Friday March 92007.0 from the Carson & Son Funeral And Cremation Services in Maquoketa Iowa. Burial will be in the Elwood Iowa Cemetery.



Barbara Jo Barb Gartman was born on October 29 1952 in Clinton Iowa to Allen Al Gartman & Doris Jean (Bowman) Gartman. She was a 1970 graduate of Delwood Community High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Mt. St. Claire College in Clinton in 1985.



Barb had worked as a personal banker in the customer service department with U.S. Bank in Maquoketa from 1989 until February of 2007.



Barb was an active member of the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa where she had served in many capacities including church treasurer and Sunday school teacher. She also was a member of the Friday night Fearsome Foursome Group. She enjoyed collecting all kinds of rocks birds fish and Santa's. Her family was important to her and she loved spoiling her granddaughter.



Barb is survived by: children- Kristina (Mrs. John) Frick of Williamsburg IA Elizabeth Martinez of Charleston SC; a granddaughter- Lara Martinez; her father & step-mother- Allen Al & Shirley Gartman of Maquoketa IA; a brother- Marc (Rachel) Gartman of Menasha WI; & 2 sisters- Julie Scott of Davenport IA & Jane Wilkins of Iowa City IA. She was preceded in death by her mother- Doris Jean Gartman on July 12 1972.



A Barbara Jo Barb Gartman Memorial Fund has been established.

Tributes

Amy J Rutenbeck wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"To Barb's familywe are praying for you. Barb was a kind and wonderful person and will be sadly missed by all the many lives she touched.She is home now happy and free...God bless."

Nonnie (Nuhn) Morris wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

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Nonnie (Nuhn) Morris wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Kris and Beth--Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Just know that you are in my thoughts."

Janet Wood wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Barbara Jo showed us all how to LOVE each day. She never never complained about the cross she beared for many years...CANCER...and the fear that it could return. Wethe fearsome foursome walked the steps together sharing fun laughter and grief. We were an awesome foursome to be dealt with! The Friday night gathering will forever have a vacant spot. I will so miss her regular Friday call this is your social secretary calling to let you know we will be dining at .... No one can fill her shoes. YaYa Sister...Friend Forever...Janet"

Patrick Hurley wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"I'm sorry to hear of Barb's passing. I enjoyed have her as an employee while I was at the bank. Barb always did her best to help the customers and will be missed by them!"

Anne McNamee wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"To The Family of Barb Gartman: This is to send my thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. Barb was a very Couragous womanand she was an inspirasion to me while I was going through my difficult time. She gave me the courage to fight and I will always remember her as a good and dear friend. God Bless you all. Very Truely Yours Anne McNamee"

Don & Betty Henningsen wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"We send our sympathy to all the family. Barb was a very nice personand was aiways willing to help. Her smile and dedication will be rembered by many.Don & Betty Henningsen"

Julie Edwards wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Marc & familySo sorry to read of your loss today. May you be comforted by your memories.My thoughts and prayers are with you.With Deepest SympathyJulie"

Pat Hartvigsen wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Jane and JulieI wanted you to know how deeply sorry I was to hear about Barb's death. Please know that my deepest sympathy is with you and your family. Affectionately Pat Hartvigsen"

Don & Phyllis Nissen wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Having known Barb and her family for a very long time we have had many occasions to work with her and learn how very capable talented and brave she was. Hold on to the many wonderful memories you must all have and know that our prayers and best wishes are with you all. We are in Virginia at this time but our thoughts will be with you as you go through this time of mourning and remembrance."

Debbie Helfgott wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Kristina my thoughts are with you and your family during the lose of your mother. I offer my sincere sympathy and hope you will call on me if there is anything I can do."

Cathy Bailey wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"To Barb's family - My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barb was an inspiration to all cancer survivors. She fought back with courage and had such a great attitude. I enjoyed knowing her."

Bonnie Pahl wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"I met Barb while she was working at the bank. She was such a wonderful lady. When I found out that I had cancer I had gone to the bank and as rumors goes she had heard that I had cancer.She asked me about it and I said yes... She immediately said Can I give you a hug? I said Yes and she came around the counter and gave me a big hug. She always asked me how I was doing when ever I seen her. What a lovely lady! My prayers are with you all Bonnie"

connie bonney wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Where do i start to tell you how much i loved Barb and how much i will miss her in my life..She was my sister that i never had my loyal friend and my personal banker. Barb was the one person if you told her not to say anything yo could bet she never tell anyone. So manymany memories i hold of her and all our good times. Barb was there for you thur thick and thin. Not a day goes by that i don't think about her. As a member of the fearsome foursome and a ya-ya sister i can say that i truly loved Barb and she will be my best friend and my sisterforever God bless you Barb you were the greatest. ."

Cheryl Clark wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"I was so sorry to hear that Barb lost her battle with Cancer. She endured much more than any human should have to yet she was such a trooper. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. At the bank she always had a smile on her face no matter how she felt. We will miss that smiling face."

Paula and Paul Rasmussen wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"My mother had a lot of great memories with your mom. She will be missed very much."

Jim & Louise Riggs wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Al & Shirley and family we were so sadding by barb;s passing the lord will give you all straight ."

Buddy & Myrna Olson wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

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Nadine Lubben wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Dear Kris and Beth I was so sad to hear of your mother's passing. She was a dear sweet person and we always had the nicest talks about you girls when ever we met up with each other. She will be missed by a great many people including me. Take care girls I always remember you . Nadine"

David & Karla Olson wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

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Kristi Moser wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Even though we never met I felt as if I've known Barb most of my life via Elizabeth 'Liz'. Not only was she a rock to her children but she was a great inspiration to them as well. Her best qualities will forever live on through them and her grandchild(ren). May she now rest in the peace that she so great deserves and has long earned. My thoughts and prayers will be with all."

Gary Grote wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"Our sympathy is extended to Barb's family. Barb was a good worker and always had such a pleasant attitude. I certainly enjoyed working with her at the bank."

Andrea Dostal wrote on Mar 6, 2007:

"I had the joy of knowing Barb as Kris and Liz's mom and also as a coworker and friend. I worked with her at the bank for many years. She always had a smile on her face. She was a great woman and will be sadly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!"