Barbara Jean Schierenberg

Her parents; her brother, Richard; her sister, Verna; her husband of 57 years, Henry (Hank) Schierenberg; and her son, Allan Schierenberg, preceded Barbara in death.

She is survived by her son Paul, daughter Karen, son-in-law Ricardo, grandchildren Nicholas and Kristen.

She was born in Sacramento, California, and raised in Oroville, where she attended and graduated from Vallejo High School and later Yuba City College. While attending college in Marysville, she lived in Oroville and reconnected with Henry. The two were married on June 11, 1950, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in love and devotion.

After their marriage, Barbara and Henry settled in Sacramento, where their first son, Paul, was born. They later moved to the Bay Area as Henry began his career with the State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture. Following the births of their son Allan and daughter Karen, the family relocated to the Diablo Valley, where they lived until 1968 before returning to Sacramento.

Barbara built a long and respected career as a bookkeeper and accountant, working in both private and public sectors. She retired from the State of California after 17 years of service. During that time, she was also an active member of the State Women’s Club, serving as President in both 1978 and 1980.

A dedicated supporter of youth and community programs, Barbara was deeply involved in the Boy Scouts (now known as Scouting America), serving as a Den Leader, participating in the Women’s Reserve, and receiving the Outstanding Scouters statuette in 1965.

Barbara’s lifelong commitment to service extended to the International Order of Rainbow for Girls. Initiated into Vallejo Assembly #3 in 1942, she later served as a Mother Advisor for assemblies, Camellia Assembly #108 and Iris Assembly #202 and was a member on the Advisory Board. In recognition of her service, she received the Grand Cross of Color in 1980.

As a member of Athens Chapter #2 and Rising Star Chapter #36, for more than 72 years, she served as Worthy Matron, Deputy Grand Matron, and Secretary for 23 years, and she was honored with the Eastern Star Service Award. As a member of Menzaleh Temple #16, Daughters of the Nile, she served as Queen in 1996 and remained an active member of the choral group. She loved singing!

Barbara was a longtime member of Parkside Community Church, where she generously gave her time and financial support over many years. Her kindness extended to numerous charitable organizations, including Shriners Children’s Hospital, her favorite charity, as well as the South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership Food Closet, the SPCA, and various veterans and military organizations.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Shriners Children’s Hospital in Barbara’s memory.

Private interment will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery in Oroville, California, where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Henry.