Passed away on Sunday, December 15th, 2024.
Beloved wife of David Guess; devoted mother of Kaitlin (David) vanderGeest and Alexander Guess; adoring grandmother of Peyton and Jackson vanderGeest; cherished daughter of the late Robert and Eileen Walls (nee Kraus); loving sister of Don (Donna) Walls, James (Terri) Walls, and Linda (Cole) Knight; our dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many.
Barb worked for the Kirkwood School District for many years after getting her Master’s in social work, and touched the lives of every student and colleague she worked with. Often the life of the party, she filled every space she was in with laughter, love and kindness. She loved traveling, spending her summers at the lake, and challenging others to a board game. Family meant everything to her, and she loved to spoil her two grandchildren. She radiated positive energy, and continuously amazed those around her with her resiliency to take on any obstacle that came her way.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Barbara made to Siteman Cancer Center or to The Gathering Church (P.O. Box 435010, Saint Louis, MO 63143) are greatly appreciated.
SERVICES: Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at The Gathering Church in Webster Groves (921 Edgar Rd., 63119) on Saturday, December 21st. Memorial service will begin at 12:00 PM.
Barb’s energy and zest for life will always fill our hearrts.. We are sending condolences to her beautiful family. As past of her Core Group family, we will continue to celebrate her life!
Our lives were blessed to know and love Barb. She was a dear friend and sister-in-law, we have many fun memories and laughs that we have shared through the years. Our prayers are with Dave, Katie, David, Peyton, Jackson and Alex that God’s comfort and peace will overwhelm them. Praying that her memory will bring you joy and know that she loved you all so very much. We’ll miss her at the family table.
Much love to her family,
Prayers for God’s perfect peace to comfort your family.
In His Love,
Katie “Clements” Hamilton
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Chuck and Melissa Clements
Diane and I choose to remember the great times and great girl and woman she always was and will be to us. There is a hole in our hearts that will never be filled.
Praying for some peace for all of your family.
Diane and I choose to remember the vibrant and always fun girl and then woman we watched grow up. So sorry for your family’s loss and praying for you all to find some peace. There is a hole in our hearts that will never be filled.
Dave- We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Steve and Buffy Einspanier
David….please accept this meagre expression of sadness and sympathy. While I understand the loss of a loved one,, I can only imagine the depth of your loss. God bless you and give you and your family peace.
Dave and family
Don and I are so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a beautiful and apparently fun loving person who seemed to be the perfect fit in the Guess family. Her bright smile will be missed in future family pictures. Aunt Margaret sent me a picture of Barb from your wedding with a single comment, Isn’t she beautiful! She surely was.
We will keep your family in our prayers.
Don and Linda
Very sorry for your loss. Barb always lit up whatever room she was in, and I know that light will continue to shine within your family for many years to come..
Prayers and thoughts with you,
Frank Clements
Barb always lit up whatever room she was in. I know that light will continue to shine in your family for years to come.
Thoughts and prayers with you,
Frank Clements
David:
we are so sorry for the loss of your lovely wife. She was cheerful and dealt with her life with pure strength. Now she is traveling another path which we hope will bring her the joy and peace she has brought so many!
Love to your family from Colorado!
Mike and Jennifer
It was an inspiration how positive Barb was in the face of many challenges in cancer treatment. So sorry for her family. She was a great lady.
David
I was so sorry to hear the sad news but when I think of Barb I have nothing but a smile on my face and in my heart remembering the joy and fun that she brought to everything. I know you and your family will have many more great memories to sustain you in this difficult time and know that we are thinking and praying for you and your family and are ever so thankful for the loving care and comfort you all provided for Barb. My deepest sympathy as we remember and mourn our loss while knowing she is whole and healthy again and smiling down on us while enjoying her heavenly reward.
Bob Behnen
Dave and family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Your Barb was so very special with a fun loving spirit and great attitude. So glad I had the opportunity to get to know her and be part of her life. Take care of yourselves.
Dave and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. We have fond memories of times together at Windermere. Praying that the Holy Spirit will bring comfort in the days ahead.
Jeff and Terri Buckley
Stacy and I are very sorry to hear of the loss of Barb. We pray for your entire family.