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Barbara Bublitz Obituary
Barbara M. Bublitz
July 10, 1927-October 8, 2020
Barbara Bublitz, of West Des Moines, IA, formerly of Muscatine, passed away peacefully after a short illness on October 8, 2020. Born in La Crosse, Wisconsin, she grew up in Galesville, Wisconsin. Barbara moved to Muscatine with her young family in 1962 and eventually began a long career as a reference librarian at the Musser Public Library where she was actively involved in recording the history of Muscatine. When one of her children once declared he "was bored" she promptly replied "read a book!" Barbara was curious about the world and had a subtle sense of humor.
No services are planned.
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for Barbara Bublitz
Sherri Manjoine former Regent of Musquota Chapter DAR
October 14, 2023
We sincerely send our respect and sympathy for your loss of a "special" member of the Musquota Chapter of D A R.
sherri manjoine
November 1, 2020
Saddened at the loss of Barbara, she was an interesting and our chapter of DAR was lucky to have her as a member.
Sheila Chaudoin
October 22, 2020
Barbara gave me my love for Muscatine history. She was not only a coworker but my friend. She's the one who talked me into applying for the assistant library director position. It wasn't a job I wanted, but she said I'd be good and I knew she would have my back. Rest In Peace dear friend.
Jennifer Hoopes RN
October 21, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. I worked in cardiac rehab in Muscatine for many years & thoroughly enjoyed visiting with Barbara. We played her favorite classical music when she came to exercise. What a delightful lady with a wry sense of humor
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Marianna Haas
October 20, 2020
I worked with Barb at the public library for many years. She was the Reference/Local History Librarian when I started. Barb was so smart, so professional and a lot of fun. She usually won the staff contests for the most books read. Barb worked to record and save Muscatine history through audio interviews, saving the Grossheim glass plate negatives, and collecting local information and genealogical materials.
Mary Lou Kearney
October 20, 2020
Our deepest sympathies
Marcia Carmichael
October 20, 2020
She was a wonderful woman and a dear friend. R.I.P. Barbara.
Jerry Willis
October 20, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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