Barbara J. Widener

Barbara J. Widener, 67, of Bartonville, Illinois, passed away at 12:15 P.M. Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, Illinois surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 29, 1951 in Peoria, Illinois to Robert W. and Jeanne (Martindale) Scudder. She married George D. Widener on June 6, 1970 in Peoria, Illinois. He survives.

Also surviving are two children, Craig (Nichole) Widener of Princeville, Illinois and Jennifer (Dan) Sullivan of Bartonville, Illinois; four grandchildren, Austin and Rylee Sullivan, Justin McGhee and Lane Mankle; three great grandchildren, Kensley Mae Sullivan, Hayden and Izaeah McGhee; one brother, John (Paula) Scudder and two sisters, Tami Scudder and Laurie (Roger) VanDyke. She also leaves many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Bob and Bill Scudder.

Barb graduated from Limestone High School and she owned and operated the Limestone Independent News in Bartonville for many years retiring in July of 2015. She adored her family, especially her grandchildren. Barb enjoyed all holidays and spending time with her family.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Davison Fulton Bartonville Chapel. The Rev. Jack Thompson will officiate. Visitation will be Monday from 5pm until 7pm at the funeral chapel. Burial will be in the Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. You may create an online condolence at www.davison-fultonbartonvillechapel.com.