Lillian Sue Barber, 80, went to be with the Lord on October 1, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 21, 1936 in Delphi, Indiana to Daniel and Ruth Willis. Lillian attended Logansport High School. Please have any flowers delivered to the church Thursday morning.
Lillian proudly chose to serve her country, becoming a member of Women’s Army Corps (WAC).
She is survived by her husband of 34 years, John; children, Rick (Julie) Winkler, Cindy Wethington, and Janet (Brad Minglin) Winkler; grandchildren, Jason Winkler, Angela Winkler, Ricky Winkler, Aaron (Jennifer) Daily, Austin Wethington, and Travis (Jamie Rose) Wethington; great grandchildren, Blake, Essa, and Silius; and her siblings, Mona (John) McGrew, Betty (Pete) Peterson, Danny Willis, Paul (Connie) Willis, and Leanna (Michael) Herbert.
Lillian was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Gladys Speth, Elzie Willis, Nancy Hill, Sharon Prince, Robert Willis and Donald Willis.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 7 at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road. Visitation will be held the evening before from 4 to 7 p.m. at her church, Mt. Olive United Methodist Church, 1449 S. High School Road, Indianapolis. Lillian will be laid to rest with military honors at Marion National Cemetery following her service. Please have any flowers delivered to the church Thursday morning.
Cindy Willis says
My deepest sympathy to my family, especially to my Aunt Lillian’s children and husband. I am truly sorry for your loss. I only wished I could have gotten to know Aunt Lillian better. Much love to you all.
Cheryl Kuritz says
To John and family,
Tony and I are very sorry to here of your loss. May God’s blessing and hope bring you comfort during this time.
Kevin Hechinger says
Aunt Lillian was a courageous young woman for volunteering to serve our country. She was the light of my uncle John’s life. She was always fast to ask how me and my family were doing. She never missed a party and loved being with the family. A godly woman who is no longer hurting. I’m sad she isn’t with us anymore but i know her and Grandpa are up taking like they always did. RIP aunt Lillian, love Kevin