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Barbara Riester Obituary
Barbara was an active member of the Rensselaer Senior Center.
She is survived by four sisters, Sue Smyth, Amy Jo Riester, Peggy Baumgartner, Tina Hissong; two brothers, Bill Riester, Jeff Riester; one sister-in-law, Milinda Riester; two brothers-in-law, Mark Smyth, Doug Baumgartner; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Katherine Riester and E.W. (Gene) Riester.
Private arrangements are being made through the Jackson Funeral Chapel, Rensselaer. A celebration of life will be arranged in the future by the family.
Memorial donations may be given in Barbara's name to Jasper County Community Service Center, 967 East Leopold Street, Rensselaer, Ind., 47978 or to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 1640, Hagerstown, Md., 21741.
To share memories and/or condolences with the family, please visit www.jacksonfuneral.com
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Patti Mihalick Williams
September 10, 2023
So sorry to hear of her passing. Another in the line of cousins gone.Expect she is back with family in Heaven. RIP
Liz (Mihalick) Lutterbach
September 3, 2023
I am saddened to hear of Barbara's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have attached this girl cousin's photo, which is one of my favorite and a wonderful memory. Love to the family.
david rollins
August 30, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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