Barbara Jean Conrad
March 30, 2020
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Barbara J. Conrad, 88, passed away at her home on March 30, 2020, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. She was born February 9, 1932, in Des Moines, to John Hackley and Effie Smith.
Barbara worked for the Saydel School District as a bus driver for many years. She was a devoted member of New Hope United Methodist Church.
Barbara is survived by her children, Darrell (Becky) Conrad, Kathy (Dan) Crees, Eric (Kira) Conrad, Christopher (Joan) Conrad, and Julie (Kevin) McClain; 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Sherman Conrad, and her brother, Carl Hackley.
Due to public gatherings being limited to 10 people, visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2020, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines with a private graveside service at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Family and friends will gather at a later date to celebrate her life.
In loving memory of Barbara, memorial contributions may be directed to New Hope United Methodist Church, 4525 Beaver Ave., Des Moines, IA 50310.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Carole Followwill
04/05/2020
A smile for me and a smile for everyone at New Hope United Methodist Church. She sang in the choir as long as she was able. What a lady! I know she will be missed by family and many friends. Although we were not close friends, we were friends in Christ. Our Lord has called another one home and she will be awaiting her heavenly assignment.
Clarice and Ron Rubek
04/03/2020
Our deepest sympathy to Barbs family - She was a great lady and we so enjoyed knowing her and being with her at New Hope Church-Lots of fun with her.
We will miss her smiling face each Sunday morning as we worshiped together at New Hope. Love to all the family.
Tara Smith
04/02/2020
Thinking of your family during this difficult time! Barb was a beautiful lady inside & out! Prayers!
Jolene Harlow
04/01/2020
So sorry to hear of Barb's
passing. I enjoyed being in choir with her. We had a lot of laughs together. My thoughts and prayers go to your family.
John & Kandra Dickerson
04/01/2020
We are so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. She and Sherm are such a solid part of New Hope's history. It was always reassuring to see Barb in the choir, the short one in the back. She was quick to share her truth and always with a smile. We will miss seeing her. So glad that their New Hope legacy lives on with Kathy and Julie.
David Gurwell
04/01/2020
Barb and Sherm had my mom and dad in their circle of friends. Sports, parties, school gatherings, church and more. Nice to be around her. Sweet travels Barb.
Richard Campbell
04/01/2020
Such a sad time. Barb had a special place in my heart from my first day at woodside junior high. She was my bus driver my first day of school in Des Moines. Then Sherm and Barb were then lifetime friends of our family from that point on. God Bless her. Saying prayers to yall.
Carey Hinman
03/31/2020
I am sorry to hear about Barb. She was a wonderful lady and I loved sitting in the same pew with her at New Hope. My thought and prayers are with your entire family
Dan Conrad
03/31/2020
Condolences to my wonderful cousins and their families. Many treasured memories of visits when we were kids. Your mom was the last surviving member of a large group of parents, aunts, and uncles who treated us to many holidays together as an extended family. They are now back together in a better place. God bless.
Jeffrey Dau
03/31/2020
I'm sorry for your loss.