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Barbara Price Obituary
Barbara J. Price
November 10, 1933-October 26, 2020
DURANT-Barbara J. Price, age 86, of Durant, IA, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 at Lutheran Living, Muscatine. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Bentley Funeral Home, Durant. Masks are required. A private family service will be held. Burial will take place inDurant Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Durant Ambulance or Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Barbara was born in Austin, Texas on November 10, 1933, the daughter of Ernest and Gladys (Birnbaum) Kissman. She graduated from Geneseo High School, with the Class of 1952. Barb then attended Beauty School in Moline, Illinois. Barbara married Darrol Price on June 22, 1952 in Geneseo, Illinois. After graduation, she operated Barbs Beauty Shop in Geneseo for several years. Barb served as the first Librarian for Scott County Library System - Durant Branch.
Starting in 1962, Barb and Darrol owned and operated Price Oil Company in Durant, Iowa, until retiring in 1995. Barb volunteered with the Durant Ambulance Association for 25 years. She was also a member of the Durant American Legion Auxiliary and Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Barb and her husband, Darrol, enjoyed traveling. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed collecting vintage dolls.
Barb will be dearly missed by her husband, Darrol; one daughter, Mary (Ken) Schlapkohl of Corsicana, Texas; two sons, Russell (Noreen) Price and Stanley (Karen) Price, both of Durant; eight grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, Russell Gradert; two brothers, Ernest Kissman, Jr. and David Gradert in infancy; and infant twin sisters, Jean and Jane Gradert.
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Robin Weber Pardus
October 31, 2020
So sorry to hear about Barbara . You all are in my thoughts and prayers to the Price family .....................................Robin (Gradert family)
Kevin Coughlin
October 30, 2020
Barb was a wonderful person to work with on the Durant Ambulance Service. She treated a couple of us that were from another town as if we were her own kids.
Condolences to the entire extended Price family.
Henry Vinson, DO
October 29, 2020
I'm sorry to hear about Barbara. I have fond memories of her. My heartfelt condolences to the Price family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Henry Vinson, DO
Denise Paustian
October 29, 2020
I'm Sorry For your loss, her smiles live on in when ever I see all of her family, always greet with smiles and love
Duane & Linda Bachus
October 28, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Barb's family. She was always a joy to be around.
Loretta Siebke
October 28, 2020
Heaven has gained a precious angel. Visiting with Barb was always a joy. She had compassion, wit, and humor beyond words. She always had to catch me up on the grandchildren-such a proud grsndma! My deepest sympathy to you all. Let her smile carry on. Loretta Siebke, friend
Steve and Darlene Reinert
October 28, 2020
Our deepest sympathy for all who loved this kind, loving gal who had a humor like no other!! It was always a joy and uplifting to visit with Barb!! May your treasured memories shared with her give you peace in the days forward!!
Rhea Krummel
October 28, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss to the entire family. I always enjoyed our chats at the drug store. Rhea Krummel
Rachel Neilson
October 28, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Barb was such a sweet, kind woman. I always loved our chats. Durant was truly blessed for all the wonderful years she volunteered on the Ambulance. Cherish all the wonderful memories. So very sorry.
Steve Satre
October 27, 2020
Darrol, I am sorry ! I enjoyed dealing with Barb and you as customers of mine at Kimberly Chrysler .
Wishing you the best !
The Ed Ehnle Family
October 27, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gregg & Megan Schmidt
October 27, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. Barb was always such a sweet lady. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Gary & Sandy Wilharber
October 27, 2020
I worked for Barb at Price Oil. Over time we became friends. We had many laughs. You never knew what she was going to say, only that you would be laughing soon. Barb wore many hats, office manager, wife, mother, grandmother, friend doing them all well. She will be missed by many. Through your tears may you all soon replace them with smiles. Gary and I are thinking of the Price family. God Bless
Mary Chrysler
October 27, 2020
OMG--What are they Talking about in Heaven Right Now? Hmmmmmm! My Deepest sympathy to You All-I remember all the Good Times We Had! Polka Fest!! She was a gem!!
Randy and Sue Bennett
October 27, 2020
Darrol, Mary, Russ, Stan and families....our sincerest condolences to you all. Barb was a wonderful wife, mom, grandma, friend, and member of the Durant community. The bond she & Fran had as best friends brought us all close, as if we were family. Always a smile, a story, a helping hand, and especially a lifelong friend. There are multitudes of great memories of times spent with her that will be treasured in our hearts always. Morning coffees in heaven have begun! May she rest in peace.
Jay and Jean Semsch
October 27, 2020
Our Sympathy to the Price Families. I remember working with her on the Durant Ambulance. A very giving person. God Bless all of you.
Ludalle Jones
October 27, 2020
So sorry to hear of Barb´s passing.
I remember visiting her as we both attended GLoria Dei. She was a positive person and we had nice visit
Art and Lori
October 27, 2020
To the family, we are sorry for your loss. We have a lot of good memories of her and always made us laugh.
Gene & Sue Otto
October 27, 2020
Our sympathy to the Price Family. Barb was one of a kind who loved her community & served it well. Will miss her stories & humor.
Milo & Peg Paulsen
October 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss. May your memories help you heal.
Leon and Linda Makoben
October 26, 2020
Price families so sorry for your loss. Barbara was a great lady. She'll be deeply missed.
Dick and Wendy Bullard
October 26, 2020
Barb was always a joy to be with. Loved her stories and laughter. We enjoyed our years on the Ambulance service together. Our prayers of comfort to her family.
Bryan and Lisa Sievers
October 26, 2020
Your Mom was certainly a special person and will be missed by all. We'll keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sally Grant
October 26, 2020
So very sorry to hear this.
Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family.
Barbara Wood
October 26, 2020
To all of Barb's families,
I didn't know her personally but do business with Stan and Russ.
You all have my deepest sympathy.
Barb Wood
Cindy Helmold
October 26, 2020
To the family of Barbara Price,
Ron and I send our deepest sympathy for your wife, mother, and grandmother. She always had a smile and a kind word. She also contributed greatly to the town of Durant and its residents. Ron and Cindy Helmold
Steve & Glenda Kraklio
October 26, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rick Steffens
October 26, 2020
So sorry to hear of Barb's passing. Always enjoyed our talks years ago when I worked for Price's Oil back in the early 1970's. RIP Barb.
Nila Dahlin
October 26, 2020
You have my deepest sympathy. I remember Barb as my Sunday school teacher.
Gene and Julie Fleetwood
October 26, 2020
Our condolences on the loss of Barb. There are many memories of Barb over the years. A bright light among people. She knew no strangers.
Wendy Olderog
October 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Barb was a wonderful lady...always made me laugh.
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