yed many years of service at Hach in Ames. Family and grandchildren were very important to Barb, she enjoyed watching the development of her family and was very appreciative and proud of those who "cared "for her. Calls, picture, visits and holidays were a special part of her life. Barb and John enjoyed life in their north Ames neighborhood very much and valued friendships with all the neighbors. She was determined to live in her own home until recent weeks. Barb was an avid Cyclone fan at the game, on television or on the radio. If there were sports of any kind on television she knew the schedule. Living at home for Barb was made a reality by strong support from her family, neighbors, church and staff of "At Home Care ". Barb died Sunday, June 3, at Northridge Village, in Ames, with her family by her side. There will be a 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 8, 2018 graveside service, open to the public at Ankeny Memorial Garden, 4208 North Ankeny Blvd., Ankeny, Iowa Memorials may be directed to Bethesda Lutheran Church, "Caring Ministries" 1517 Northwestern, Ames, Iowa 50010. Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com