In loving memory of

Barbara Doss
March 1, 2019

Barbara A. Doss of Quincy, died Friday, March 1, 2019, in her brothers home.

Barbara was born June 29, 1945 in Rushville, Illinois, the daughter of Harry C. and Alice M. Green Greenlief.

She worked as a dispatcher for the police department, as a bank teller, an in management for Olan Mills. She was as an accountant at Wal-Mart in Quincy where she had worked for 17 years. Barbara was a member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was also a Sunday School teacher. She did volunteer work at Meals on Wheels. Barbara enjoyed gardening and flowers.

Barbara is survived by: two children, Bridget Matson and her husband Seann of Norfolk, VA, and Brian Doss of Mt. Sterling, IL; three grandchildren, Parker Doss of Quincy; Sebastian and Bristina Matson of Norfolk, VA; a brother, Gary C. Greenlief and his wife Janet of Avon, IL; a half brother, Michael L. Schuessler of Quincy; and her forever friend, Ernie Reddick.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her step-father, Melvin L. Schuessler; her son, Bradley E. Doss; a sister, Patricia K. Sparks; and a niece, Jennifer J. Greenlief.

Barbara's family would like to express special thanks to Unity Point Healthcare and to Blessing Hospice.

Services: 10:00 am Monday, March 4, 2019 at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Burial: Grand View Burial Park, Hannibal, Missouri

Visitation: 2 - 5 pm Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.

Memorials: Meals on Wheels or to Bridget Matson for her grandchildren.

www.hansenspear.com

Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

Tributes

Deede wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"HUGS BRIDGET & FAMILY ??? DEE"

George and Melba Onion! wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"Prayers to Gary and Janet for their loss. RIP Barb! I am sure you will be missed as much as you were loved."

Sheila and Dennis Greenlief wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"RIP Barb, so sorry to all the family for your loss"

Temperance Catherine Gibson wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"Bridget I?m so sorry for the pain you must be feeling right now. You always spoke so highly of your beloved mother and I know deep down your love devotion and respect for her will not go unnoticed. From the stories you tell me of her on our girls days she was a remarkable and very memorable woman. I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain. Though please find her strength inside of yourself and push through it and let her wisdom and knowledge teach you how to be the very best woman and mother she was to you. Please keep safe there and on your journey home. I?ll see you on the flip side. Love your Twinzie best friends for life. P.S. give the kids a hug from there adopted auntie let them know grandma is watching over them and will protect them in her own way. I know it?s not the same as being on the physical earth but the universe has a way of showing us our loved ones are taking care of us. Don?t ever miss a side that your mom is watching over you. Love you always"

Bill & Betty Nauber wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"Words are so inadequate at a time like this but we hope you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May our Lord God take you by the hand and lead you through this difficult time and grant you peace, strength and hope. She fought so hard to stay with family and loved ones but the good Lord wanted her more. With deepest sympathy. Bill & Betty"

Arlis Hester wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"Extending my deepest sympathy to you Ernie and Barbs family, during this time of loss. She was a fine lady."

Liz M. wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"This is so Beautiful. I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet person and had a great heart. She is at peace now and lives on though you all. I Love you all and will Pray for your family."

Scott Ham wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss."

Bridget wrote on Mar 3, 2019:

"My mother was one of the most beautiful woman inside and out you will ever find. She took on so much but still found ways to keep giving. My mother will never be forgotten. That?s how I think my family can move on in time knowing there is a little piece of her in Everything we do. Love your only daughter"

Maryland Beaver wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"So sorry for your loss Ernie I know she meant the world to you but Jesus is taking care of her now"

Harley &Diane wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss Ernie. Our sympathy to Barb's family."

Pennie Reddick Creamer wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"I am so sorry Uncle Ernie, I know that she is in heaven with all our loved ones. She is whole and healthy, I am always here for you and love you."

Hannah wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"I'm so sorry for your loss ernie"

Jan Welte wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"Barb RIP, you had a very full life,now you can rest,I am glad that I had met you many years ago,you were a friend,thank you for your many smiles and words"

Jan Welte wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"beautiful pic of Barb,glad she is at peace now,no more hurting and suffering or surgerys ,you had a very full life Barb,and you were a friend,glad we had a chance to meet many years ago"

Amanda altgilbers wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"I'm so sorry for your loss Bridget and Brian love you all"

Randeana slater wrote on Mar 2, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss Ernie. She is pain free now prayers for u all during this difficult time"

Carolyn (miller) Carper wrote on Mar 1, 2019:

"So sorry for your loss praying for you Erie"

Sherri Abbott/Rebecca Minnick wrote on Mar 1, 2019:

"Ernie, So sorry to hear of this. She was such a nice lady. We enjoyed listening to her stories."

Robin Leite wrote on Mar 1, 2019:

"Micheal and Family We are sorry to hear of your loss. Love Art and Robin Leite"

Leah & Matt Scheiter wrote on Mar 1, 2019:

"Ernie & Mike, I am so very sorry. Barbara is pain free now. Praying for all of you during this difficult time."

Just Schnelle wrote on Mar 1, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss Ernie"