Barbara Jean Brouk's Obituary
Barbara Jean Brouk, 87 years Millstadt, IL, passed away from this world on March 7, 2025, at St. Clare Health Care Center in Fenton, MO. She was born September 16, 1937, in St. Louis, MO.
Barbara married Richard Brouk on January 25, 1958, in St. Louis, MO and together they shared a lifetime of cherished memories. Barbara enjoyed the beauty of flowers and took great pride in cultivating roses, hostas and assorted perennials. As an avid reader, she enjoyed everything from health journals to assorted non-fiction. She loved watching classic TV shows and musical talent shows, as well as attending her grandsons’ theatrical performances. Her and Richard were passionate St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues fans, where they attended many games as season ticket holders for several years. Above all, family really meant everything to Barbara, and she treasured the time spent with her grandchildren.
Surviving is her Husband, Richard Brouk; Sons, Gregory (Julie) Brouk and Kevin (Christine) Brouk, Grandchildren, Rachel (Special Friend, Brian Olson) Brouk, Cody Brouk, Austin Brouk and Jesse Brouk; Brothers, Roger (Vivian) Mueller and Glenn (Missy) Mueller; her Brother-in-law, Robert Brouk and Sister-in-law, Toni Harris, along with many other relatives and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, Edmund and Elizabeth (Noethen) Mueller, Brother, John Mueller, Sister-in-Law, Patricia Mueller and Brother-in-law, Gary Harris.
Visitation will be Saturday, March 15, 2025, 9:30 am - 11:00 am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia, IL. Funeral mass will follow visitation at 11:00 with Father Steve Thoma officiating. Interment will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Columbia, IL.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that other donations or memorial contributions be directed to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or the Alzheimer's Association.
For more information, please access our website, www.leesmanfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were handled by Leesman Funeral Home.
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