Barbara Ann Kozma

Barbara Ann Kozma obituary, Appleton City, MO

Barbara Ann Kozma

Barbara Kozma Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel Inc - Butler on Mar. 11, 2026.
Barbara Ann Kozma's wishes were to be cremated and remembered with fond memories. There are no public services scheduled at this time. Arrangements under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel and Crematory (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri.
Barbara Ann Kozma, age 80 of Appleton City, Missouri died Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Appleton City Manor. She was born October 29, 1945 to Arnie and Eleanor Mihle Thilesen in Brooklyn, New York.
Barbara is survived by one son, Wayne Kozma and wife Rhonda of Appleton City, Missouri.

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