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BARBARA VOEKS

1935 - 2016

BORN

1935

DIED

2016

BARBARA VOEKS Obituary

Barbara Jean Voeks Eighty years young, of Tacoma, WA, joined our Lord and Savior on January 15, 2016. The memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Sunday, January 17, 2016, at North End Community Church, 3502 North Mullen St., Tacoma, WA 98407. Barbara was born in Pewaukee, WI on March 29, 1935 to parents Francis and Alice Knoll. She was actively involved in the church, YMCA, and the senior center. There was nothing that Barbara enjoyed more than helping other people and putting smiles on everyone's face. Everywhere that Barbara went she was greeted by name or with open arms. She always loved her crafts. Every year she made all of her Christmas/birthday cards from scratch for everyone, and you always knew they were made with love. Barbara is survived by sister Geri Sheldon, brothers Howard Jr. and Dale Knoll, her daughters Pamela Geberth and Kathleen Lollis, grandchildren Stacy Lollis, Nicholas Lollis (Brittany), Stephen Lollis (Jessica), Joyce Davis, Ashley Lollis, Meagan Tompkins (Devin), and Crystal Geberth, Princess Macy the cat, and other family and friends. Barbara was preceded in death by beloved husband Robert Voeks, and sister Joyce Knoll. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to North End Community Church for missionary work. The family of Barbara Voeks wishes to thank everyone for their condolences and prayers.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jan. 16, 2016.

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John Griggs Jr

August 19, 2023

Mike Parsons can't help you guys

John Griggs Jr

February 6, 2023

Friends of the Dedmon family that planned everything before I got up here.

Lori Petty

January 10, 2023

I still miss her. Her picture still hang on our bulletin board in our apartment office. Barbara's daughter Kathleen is a Tenant here, she has her mother's smile and it's nice to have a part of Barbara still here, she raised a wonderful daughter. Miss you so much Barbara

Lori Clarke

January 10, 2023

Missing you and your hugs Barbara

Lori Petty

January 10, 2020

I am the manager of the apartments where Barbara lived and I can tell you she is still missed by many people. I miss how she would drive by the office and even if she couldn't see if anyone was looking, she would stick her arm iut the window and give a little wave. She always had a hug for anyone that needed it. I sure do miss her. Lori Petty

Sonya Mathews

February 1, 2016

Geri- I am sooo sorry!

Debbie Price

January 20, 2016

Barbara was just the dearest lady. She used to do pick-ups for our food bank (NW Tacoma FISH) on a weekly basis for a number of years. She was always ready for a big, long hug, offering a warm smile and positive words. I hadn't seen or heard from Barbara for a couple of years since she had to step down from volunteering with us, but she would regularly come to mind and bring a smile to my face-remembering her loving nature, kind personality and generous spirit. Sending well wishes and love-filled condolences to Barb's family and friends. I know she will be truly missed.

Chuck Rowe

January 18, 2016

Barbara was a very good and dear friend. I knew her and her late husband Bob since my High School days. Now she's at peace and can join her beloved Bob. I will miss you Barb.

Lori Petty

January 17, 2016

Barbara was one of a kind! I will miss her greatly. She always had a smile and a hug for all. R.I.P. Barbara!!!!! My prayers are with her family.

aloma kirby

January 17, 2016

My prayers are for all, but especially to Nick and Brittany who I know and love with all my heart. God bless everyone, and may you receive comfort in knowing that others care.

Sandie Chandler

January 17, 2016

My condolence to every one. She was awesome and will be greatly missed. All my love and prayers are with you.
Sandie Chandler

Marilyn Goll

January 17, 2016

My prayers are with the family. May Jesus carry you on this journey. God bless you. All my love.

Greg and Lori Clarke

January 16, 2016

Barbara, thank you for your smiling face, your laugh and your friendship. Thank you for sharing precious Macy with us. The Salvation Army Giving Tree won't be the same without us laughing over the word jumbles.
To Kathy, Pam and the rest of your family, Were so sorry for your loss,
Barb was a great lady.

My beautiful grandma

Meagan Tompkins

January 16, 2016

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