Love is Eternal. Together, in the spirit of eternal love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Barbara Jean Prause of Muskegon, Michigan who passed away unexpectedly May 15th in the arms of one of her beloved children. Barbara was preceded in death by her dear husband Michael L. Prause, mother Carmen M. Pontius, Father William P. (Beverly) Reid, sister Billie L. Omland, Brother Gary Reffett, and Brother-in-law Larry Strong. She was a woman of great character whose intellect, grace, vitality, humor, courage, and artistic talent enriched the lives of all who knew her, most especially those of her family. Barbara was born in Muskegon Michigan, attended Reeths-Puffer High School, and eventually went on to study respiratory therapy at Muskegon Community College. While employed at Burlington Memorial Hospital in Wisconsin, her medical training and responsiveness resulted in many lives being saved. Although Barbara eventually pursued other careers, this knowledge and experience remained ever a part of who she was and the legacy she leaves behind. At Vandervelde's Furniture Co. Barbara's excellent taste, and grasp of interior design, contributed greatly to her career in sales. She enjoyed her time there and cherished the many friendships her work life afforded her.
In her home and among her family, she was a source of great happiness. She was an exceptional mother and will be sorely missed as she was kind, nurturing and so very good at loving.
Barbara is survived by her children Kimberly A. (Gordon) McGee, Kellen L. Reid, Michael L. Prause Jr., Kristin D. (James) Aull; Sisters, Susan K. (John) Payne, Laura Strong, Bonnie J. (Edward) Vanderbosch, Mary F. Twyning; Brother Michael L. Pontius; Jack Pontius; Grandchildren Kiel S. (Lindsay) Reid, Samyrah D. (Jonathon) Mohon, James O. Aull, Jordon D. (Ivonne) McGee, Daniel S. (Michelle) Aull, Justin M. McGee, Hannah M. McGee, Patrick K. (Bonnie Rose) Aull, as well as her three precious great-granddaughters Aurelia D. Reid, Nadiyyah S. Reid, and Eliza J. Reid. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends, whom she loved very much.
A celebration of Barbara's life will be announced once restrictions are lifted.
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