Barbara Lynn Thompson

Barbara Lynn Thompson, 57, passed away September 28, 2021. Services will be held Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Faith Lutheran Church, 10395 University Ave. in Clive, IA at 12:00 p.m. with visitation prior from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

Barb was born February 22, 1964 to Lois (Asher) and Richard Witt in Des Moines, IA. While attending Urbandale High School, Barb played softball as short-stop and continued on to Luther College and played in a College World Series as a significant player. She graduated from Luther with a degree in Physical Education. Barb worked a variety of positions before marrying and becoming a homemaker and devoted mother to her children, Seth and Sam. She adored her children.

Barb loved to travel and spend time with family in the Virgin Islands, Colorado, California, and especially the family homes in Florida on Marco Island and at Lake Panorama. She enjoyed boating, water skiing, time in the sun, running marathon’s, playing pickle ball, and collecting teapots. Barb was also a devoted volunteer at school and sports activities for her children. In addition, this busy lady was also the primary caregiver for her parents.

She will be greatly missed by her father, Richard Witt; her children, Seth (Hannah) Thompson and Sam (Treyton Ham) Thompson; her brother, Jerry (Sally) Witt; nieces and nephews, Aaron (Sarah) Witt, Josh Witt, Justin Witt, Jess (Eric) McDonald, Angela (Ryan) Kimberlin and Jennifer Witt; her significant other, Rick Benson; her fur babies, Chokoo and Luna; granddog, Grizzly and grandcat, Marco.

Barb was preceded in death by her mom, Lois Witt; and her brother, David Witt.

Memorials may be directed to House of Mercy or Faith Lutheran Church. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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