She was born Mary 19, 1928 in Kewanee to Harry P. and Margaret (Muetze) Graham. She married Jack Gilmore on June 5, 1949.
Barbara spent a lot of her time volunteering with the Humane Society and with Ambucs. She enjoyed her dogs, boating, and watching sports.
Survivors include her sisters: Carole Bode of McLean and Judy Stocks of Texas; brother: Don (Lois) Graham of Arizona; brother-in-law: Carl Peetom of Pekin; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sisters: Marilyn Peetom and Sherry Baxter.
Graveside services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Humane Society, 423 Kays Dr. Normal Il 61761.
