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Barbara Wagner Obituary
Barb loved to bowl and was on a league for many years. She was an amazing cook and baker, famous for her perfected versions of baked macaroni, lasagna, ginger snaps, cinnamon rolls, coffee cake, and apple turnovers. Everything she made was always steaming hot and delicious. She was also a stain removal wizard. She could get out any blemish and kept a spotless house. In addition, she was a paint-stripping, woodworking refinisher extraordinaire. However, what she excelled at, bar none, was being the world's best mother and grandmother. She received the Outstanding Grandmother Award in 2008. Her arms were made for holding and soothing babies and children. She was selfless and always put her family first. She made everyone feel loved and special. She was hardworking and always helping others, most often without being asked. Barb truly had a servant's heart.
She is survived by her children, Ross (Sandy) Wagner of North Carolina, Roger Wagner of
South Beloit, Janet (Randy) Carlson, and Sharon Lindquist both of Rockford; daughter-in-law, Cyndy Wagner of Clinton; grandchildren, Ross Wagner, Brent (Rachel) Wagner, Beau (Lillie) Wagner, Courtney Marcomb, Ashley (Dan) Cameron, Lauren (Phil) Carlson-Dexter, Mitchell (Kate) Lindquist, Kevin (Whitney) Lindquist, and Jaclyn Lindquist; great-grandchildren, Allexis Wagner, Austin Wagner, Griffin Dowell, Briggs Wagner, Brynn Wagner, Benjamin Carlson-Dexter, Simon Carlson-Dexter, Jesse Carlson-Dexter, Lukas Cameron, and Drew Cameron; beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.
She is predeceased by her parents; husband; sister, Frances Estes; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandnephew.
Private service February 22, 2025, at St. James Church in Rockford with burial at Calvary
Cemetery. Thank you for your prayers. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com
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Jody Forte
March 3, 2025
I learned so much about Barbara from reading her obituary. Being her caregiver for over a year, I looked forward to spending time with her on the weekends. We had good chats and lots of laughs. She truly was one of the most kindest, sweetest, ladies I have ever met in my life. She will always have a special place in my heart.
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Dawn Puckett Ellis
February 22, 2025
My deepest condolences to the entire Wagner family. Barbara was a woman of many talents, full of love, giving, and a life well lived. May the family find peace in all the wonderful memories you hold dear to your hearts. Praying for all of you.
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