Barb was born on August 31, 1939 to Robert & Emma Miller in St. Louis, MO. She grew up in Springfield, IL and graduated from Illinois State University majoring in Music Education. She married her High School sweetheart Tom on March 18, 1960.
Barb is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Tom; her daughters Diane Heil (Bryan) and Cheryl Nowe (Bob); her grandchildren, Michael, Bradley (Kenzie), Robert, Connor (Leah) and Danielle.
The family will hold a private gathering to honor her life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Samaritan’s Purse.