A. Barbara Schepper

A. Barbara Schepper obituary, Portland, TX

A. Barbara Schepper

A. Barbara Schepper Obituary

Visit the Winsteads' Funeral Home - Portland website to view the full obituary.

A. Barbara Schepper went to be with the Lord on January 25, 2025, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was born in Dumont, New Jersey on September 01, 1929 to her loving parents Rose Vignassa and Angelo Vignassa.

Barbara met her husband at Grand Central Station New York, NY and married Allen E Schepper on June 12, 1955 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral New York, NY. She is survived by her husband of 70 years. She was a member of St. Phillip’s Catholic Church of Corpus Christi, TX.

Barbara was a model for many years gracing the covers of magazines. She enjoyed going to the beach and loved cruising with her husband Allen and spending time with family.

She is also survived by 4 children, Dawn Schetzsle, Scott Schepper, Kim Maikoetter (James Maikoetter) and Peter Schepper; 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.

She had a life well lived and will be missed dearly.

Funeral Mass arrangements are pending at this time. 

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of the professionals at Winsteads' Funeral Home. (361) 643-6564 www.winsteadsfuneralhome.com 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Winsteads' Funeral Home - Portland

500 Wildcat Dr, Portland, TX 78374

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