Barbara Vance
September 27, 2017
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Barbara Joan Vance was born January 24, 1936, in Kenosha, WI, to Herbert and Alma (Robertson) Knapp. She passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at the age of 81.
Barbara retired from the Department of Revenue with the State of Iowa. She was a lifelong member of Salvation Army Church where she was an active member of the Corp Council. She was lovingly referred to as “God’s Gardener” as she would provide flower arrangements to adorn the altar each week. Barbara was very artistic and above all, enjoyed her grandchildren and family.
She is survived by her children, Jeff, Dave, Toni, Jenny Vance; grandsons, DJ, Andy and Brad; great-grandchildren, Kole, Mason, Savanna, Taylor and Paisley; siblings, Kathy Rodriguez, Bill Knapp, Jim Knapp and Tim Knapp; and many other extended family and friends.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Alma Knapp and her siblings, Joel Knapp and Donna Scott.
Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 3, 2017, at Salvation Army Church, 1216 E 25th Court, Des Moines, IA 50317.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Todd Tilley
10/03/2017
From my family to yours sorry for your loss.
Barb was a very fine person and will be missed by all that knew her but never forgotten in the hearts who loved her.
Tracy Reid
10/01/2017
Barb has been a friend of our family for as long as I can remember....our Mom's best friend. She was always there in good times and bad,wanting to lend a helping hand.
I loved just talking to Barb. She always had positive things to say and good ideas. Her facial expressions were one of a kind. They always made me smile....Barb always made me smile. We love and miss you. The Reid family
terry schuling
09/30/2017
you are now tending God's flowers. I will miss seeing and talking to you,until I see you again my friend
DeeAnna Thompson
09/28/2017
Such a Beautiful person inside and out. You will be missed by all. My Condolences go out to the family.
Lori Ruppe
09/28/2017
A beautiful woman with a beautiful soul. She was a longtime friend to my mother and to all of my family. Loved her! My condolences to those she held near and dear.