Barbara Adella Kappel, age 91, of Friendship, Wisconsin died Sunday, February 25, 2007 at her home.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the Friendship Congregational Bible Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Richard Church, Barbaras Grandson, will officiate. Interment will be at the Mt. Repose Cemetery, Friendship, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Barbara was born June 24, 1915 in the Town of Lincoln, Adams County, Wisconsin to James and Sadie (Maynard) Hollman. She attended school at Buckhorn through 8th grade, and attended High School in Westfield. Barbara was married to Erich Koehler, this marriage was blessed with two children before ending in divorce. She married Walter J. Kappel on April 15, 1944 in Galveston, Texas. Following WWII, they made their home in Chicago, IL until 1953 when they moved to Friendship, WI. Barbara and Walter hand built the home they live in today. They also planted 5000 trees in 1953 on their property, much of which now is a State Natural area. Barbara worked at the Adams County Memorial Hospital as a nursing assistant for 13 years, retiring in 1976.
Barbara loved her children, and treasured her time playing with her grandchildren. She made countless afghans for her family over the years, finishing three this past year for her great-grandchildren.
Barbara enjoyed sewing, making gloves, mittens, and sweaters for her family. She was a superb pie maker. Barbara also enjoyed reading, Bible Study, and looking at the flowers in Walters gardens.
Barbara was a member of the Friendship Congregational Bible Church, and the churchs Ladies Aid. In previous years, she was a member of the Neighborhood Sewing Circle.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ellis; sister, Doris Grabarski; granddaughter, Vicky (Koehler) Moore; and great-granddaughter, Lydia Elise Hachtel.
　
Memorials may be directed to the Friendship Congregational Bible Church or the Gideons Memorial Bible Program.
Survivors:
Husband: Walter J. Kappel of Friendship, Wisconsin
Sister: Mae Groose of Laramie, WY
Daughter: Dorothy Bates of Plainfield, Wisconsin
Son: Richard (Lucy) Koehler of Plainfield, Wisconsin
Daughter: Barbara Jean (Robert) Meyers of East Wenatchee, Washington
Daughter: Elisabeth Kappel of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Daughter: Joan Leinweber of Delavan, Wisconsin
Daughter: Karen (Charles) Church of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
21 Grandchildren
43 Great-Grandchildren
8 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
To the Families of Barb Kappel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your faith hold strong at this time of loss. May God bless.
We are so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was a gracious lady and we know she will be missed much. Our prayers and sympathy are with Walter and all of the family.May God give you comfort.
We are sorry to lose a very nice neighbor. Please let us know if your need anything.
Joan & family so sorry to hear the passing of your mom. What a beautiful life she enjoyed. I remember her from visits with Joan.
My prayers and love are with you. May God Bless you in your time of grief. Love Gail & Family
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Barbara’s passing, my brother Gene and his wife Veronica and Kirby and I all live for six months in Arizona, so none of us will be able to come to the funeral. What a great picture of Aunt Barbara. Darlene
Love and thoughts are with during this difficult time.Find peace in knowing that others share very deeply in your loss.
Karen and Family: I am so sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. You have my sympathy. It seems that we are losing all the good ones. My Mom passed in Nov of 2006. My you and your family find comfort in the memories in the days to come. Peggy Connell
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNOW SHE WILL BE IN A BETTER PLACE AND YOU WILL HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF HER. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU AND BE LOOKING AFTER YOU FROM ABOVE.
Dear Elisabeth and all of the family, Thank you for providing this beautiful tribute to your mom. It was wonderful to hear about her blessed life. God bless you all with His peace that passeth understanding. We are praying for you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Psalm 120 vs 1
In my distress I cried to the Lord, and he heard me.
Psalm 121 vs 1 & 2
I will lift up my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Our sincere condolences to you all from o
May God comfort you during this time. Hold each other close and share the memories of Barb.
Walter and family:
Please accept my prayers as you mourn your loss. I am sure there will be many fond memories for a husband, children and grandchildren.
Again my our prayers are with you.
Bob Beaver