Barbara A. Bergquist Obituary (1938

Barbara A. Bergquist, age 77, of Menomonie, WI lost her battle with brain cancer and passed away at American Lutheran Home in Menomonie on Monday, August 15, 2016. She was born September 17, 1938 in Menomonie, WI to James and Hilda (Hughes) Miller. She spent her early years living on a farm in Lucas Valley. She graduated in 1956 from Menomonie High School and was her class secretary. Barbara married Donald C. Bergquist on December 28, 1957 at the Methodist Church in Menomonie. They spent their married life living in various cities during Don’s career with the Chicago and North Western Railroad. They enjoyed traveling and Barbara has been to all but two states in the U.S.A. After Don’s retirement they lived the past 22 years on Marco Island, FL and she had just recently returned to Menomonie. She enjoyed crafts, reading, taking part in activities at her church and Habitat for Humanity. She was an avid golfer and even scored a hole in one. Barbara is survived by her three children, Jeff (Des) Bergquist of Farmington, MN, Sheryl Belanus of Lake Geneva, WI and Lori (D.A.) Hall of Germantown, TN; three sisters, Elaine (Jim) Lammer of Menomonie, WI, Bonnie (Bob) Holt of Hot Springs Village, AR and Pat Miller of Menomonie, WI; brother-in-law Thomas (Tim) Bergquist of Spooner, WI; six grandchildren, Mechelle Morgan, Brandy Smith, Matthew Bergquist, Patrick Bergquist, Zach Belanus and Barbie Hall; and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Hilda Miller and her husband Donald. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2016 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, with Pastor David Natzke officiating. There will be visitation at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Menomonie. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any Habitat for Humanity or Cancer Center.