Matthew 25:21
His Master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant’…
She was born in Weymouth, Massachusetts to the late Rosemary and Charles
Barbara was preceded in death by Step-father Frank Furtado
Husband Donald Wayne
her siblings Marie, Charles and June
her sons Gary and Wayne
Barbara is survived by her sister Sally
Son Darin
Grandchildren Adam and Nicholas(Tanya)
Great-grandchildren Brayden and Huntleigh
She was a beloved aunt, cousin, friend and will be greatly missed by all.
Barbara was a proud veteran of the United States Navy
She was a longtime member of the Missouri Botanical Garden(Cactus Society)
She loved to square dance and was in a bowling leagues for many years bowling her last games on April 1, 2026
Her love for the Lord Jesus and her faith in His love showed in how she lived her life and treated everyone she encountered.
Psalm 34:4-5
I sought the Lord, and he delivered me from all my fears. Those who look at Him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.
SERVICES: Visitation will be at Kutis Funeral Home Affton 10151 Gravois St. Louis Mo 63123 Monday April 13 2026 4-8pm(Family start at 3) Her Funeral Service will be at Evangel Temple in Maplewood Tuesday 10am with burial being at Jefferson Barracks after.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital or Missouri Botanical Gardens
I knew Barb from square dancing. She was a lively, lovely person. Always smiling, giving hugs and kisses. She remembered what was happening in a person’s life the last time she saw them and asked about
It. She remembered my birthday even after I quit Square dancing. She made one feel special. I will definitely miss her.
Barbara was always such a sweet person with a happy smile for everyone.
Her kindness and love for everyone will always be remembered. God bless
her and her family. I have been blessed to know you.
Sorry for your loss Darin. Sending positive vibes your way
Barby was a very special cousin ❤️ 💕 she was with me when we both excepted Jesus as our savior and were baptised..Barby was always ready to share our lives together and we always had a lot of laughter..I will see you in heaven..
I’m so very sorry for the family’s loss ! Barb was a very sweet loving person always giving hugs and kisses to everyone! She will be greatly missed.
Barbara was my best friend ever since our dogs brought us together 20 years ago this month! She had an inner strength that came from her deep & glorious Faith in Jesus, our Lord & Saviour! I never saw her in fear of anything in this world! Her life was never easy. She did live comfortably however… Barbara was an ‘Overcomer’ who made life better for all those who knew her! She was a ‘Hugger’ who would embrace anyone seeking Comfort & Love from a little Lady with a heart Bigger than she was!!! I’ll keep her in mt Heart Always, with Love, Admiration, and a longing to see her again in Heaven when my day comes! Amen & Amen!
Words can’t really express the loss that I feel. Barb was my bowling teammate for several years. She was great friends with my mom, Marlene, and when my mom died this past October at age 94 – Barb was there offering love and support to me and my family. In fact, when I told my nieces that Barb had passed, they said, “Oh, Barb and Gram are bowling together again!” The entire Kelly/Brinkmann family sends you our deepest sympathies at this time. Barb was an absolute gem and will be deeply missed. – Rev. Kim and JR Brinkmann
Barbara was a beautiful person. She hugged everyone even those that were homeless. She worked with her church and took food and things to them. We have been friends for a long time. Square dancing, I got her to start bowling. Don’t know how she bowled with that heavy ball, but she was a good bowler. Barb won many prices for her cactus plants; they were quite unique. Her cat found a wonderful home with her esp. after her husband died. Always happy and a good friend. Will miss her.
Barbara was a wonderful neighbor and a friend to all. She will be greatly missed in this world. We have a couple of her cacti still gracing our windowsill!
She will be greatly missed at the square dance club, with her sweet smile and gentle soul. Condolences to her family and friends!
Love you little Barb God bless you and your family Glenda Morgan tell Tom hello
Barbara’s smile was one of the first things a person would notice, she was full of love & life always as a committed Christ Follower. We went to the same church and shared a wonderful friendship. Barbara brought energy and love to whomever she met, she was amazing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her friends and family. God has a special place for Barb in Heaven.
We love you, Barbara Gardner!!
Lisa
“I am so deeply sorry for your loss Darin. My heart is with you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and in the memories you shared.”
Barbara has been like a mother, sister, best friend and of course wonderful neighbor to me for more than 30 years. We regularly remarked at the beauty of nature and flowers, that only God could bring such amazing colors into our lives. Her faith provided her such peace, even during the hardest times and was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. I will forever love her, and Don, but I know she is where she wants to be and with the family, she has been missing. I miss her so much already, but I am happy for her to be with God and rewarded for the enormous love she has shared with us all.
Ann
With Deepest Sympathy,
Knowing Barbara for a short time, her love for Christ was obvious, faith in God undeniable, the the Holy Spirit palpable in her presence
The world will certainly feel lesser without her by those who loved her, may all find great joy in the memories of her life
Barb was my neighbor growing up on Marquette. Always seemed to catch me going back and forth to the store or butcher for my Mom and would pass by her house. Always offered me a cool drink in a hot day and all sorts of snacks she may have had in had. Always a pleasure to be around, so lovely and cheerful.
As an adult we would talk about my parents and would stop by the old neighborhood every time I was in town from Georgia. Recently, she visited my church and enjoyed worshipping with her!
See you in heaven Barb!! Kiss and hug my parents for me!!
Love and Miss you much!!
Pamela Karn
I’ve known Barb since I was a baby very good friend of my family
barb always liked to dance. only knew her for 3years and she was a delight to be around! she will be greatly missed!
Barb was such an icon of our square dance community. It is going to be so different without her. She was a friend to everybody. There was no way to not just fall in love with her. Her smile, her laugh, her energy, her hugs and kisses. She was such a joy. Her spirit will continue to live with us <3