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Barbara Charles Obituary

Barbara Jean Charles, 64 of Auburn passed away Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Springfield Memorial Hospital. She was born September 7, 1960 in Jacksonville, IL; the daughter of William Fisher and Peggy Lee Megginson. She was preceded in death by her parents. Barbara married Mark Charles. She was a lifelong nurse. Barbara always brightened up any room she was in and was the life of the party. She always had something to say. Surviving are her husband, Mark; one daughter, Riannon (Derek Lacy) Charles; one grandson, Weston Lacy; one sister, Jerrie Lee Stewart; several nieces and nephews. No services will be held at this time. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Barbara Jean Charles, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by Capitol City Now on Aug. 22, 2025.

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Gaetana Thirlwall

August 28, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Lynn Rutherford

August 27, 2025

I will miss her she was anice person I use to work with her

Kimberly Earl

August 26, 2025

Barb was always a fun nurse to work with and she took great care of all those she came into contact with!

Pauline Bolletta

August 23, 2025

Always thought highly of Barb. She was a great nurse.

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