Barbara June Gilbertson
June 14, 1933 - December 6, 2010
Obituary
Barbara June Gilbertson nee Hauge 77, passed away on Dec 6, 2010 at her home in Federal Way, WA. She was born on June 14, 1933 in Asbury Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. She is survived by her husband Roger Gilbertson of Federal Way, WA; daughter Carol Jean Gilbertson of Salem, OR; son Eric William Gilbertson of Everett, WA; sister Kathryn Moor of Port Angeles WA and brother Peter Hauge of Mahopac, NY. Memorial services will be held at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home, 1535 SW Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA, at 2:00 p.m. Saturday Dec 11, 2010.
Dear Rog:
There are no words to express the sadness both Ted and I feel over the
loss of Barbara. When we think of the
many trips we have taken together, the laughs, the dinners, the “side-
jokes” which were shared by Barb and
myself, it is so difficult to believe
she is gone. In one of the books she
gave to me, the inscription reads, “to my friend who is like a sister.”
She and I will now never share our plan for the day when we would have our lawn chairs by the ocean, our
books and bakery goods. Ted and I will be keeping you in our prayers, and again, we are so very, very sorry for your loss.
With Love – Ted and Marguerite
We will cherish our memories of Aunt Barb’s warm heart, sharp mind, and incredible wit. She always knew how to reach a person a few brilliant words. These moments would always make me laugh and think more deeply about the moment. We stand in awe of her grace in her handling of her last days. A remarkable lady.
Dear Family, I am so sad about your loss. I worked for many years at BGH with Barb and always felt good when she was supervisor, she always made wise decisions and was a wonderful woman. I always knew where I stood with Barb as she was so genuine and played no games. I am so sad for your loss and am sorry I am unable to attend the service. Helen Smith
Roger and Family
Barb and I have been friends since grade school and through Junior High at Sanford. We started Stewardess training together at Northwest Orient Airlines and afterwards became roommates when we were based in Seattle Wa. Barbara was my bridesmaid when I married in 1960 and we have been long distance friends ever since.
I will miss her, We loved to compare notes on our children and how our lives have changed.
My condolences to all of you,
Marlys Swanson Mikolich
Our deepest sympathies to the Gilbertson family. Roger and Barbara are the best neighbors anyone could ask for. What a special blessing Barbara was to us! May all your special memories keep your heart light. If there is anything we can do we are right across the street.
Dear Family and especially our friends Kathy and Pete:
Polly and I have you in our prayers and want you to know that we stand by you during this time of great loss.
Butch and Polly Adcock
Pete and Family,
Your church family and friends at the Yorktown Church of the Nazarene, offer our love and prayers, especially during your time of grief.
How does one start to write how one will miss someone so much? I have had the pleasure of having Mom in my life for the last 12 years. The very first time I met her was Christmas time and she was so inviting and welcoming just as if I had been in the family for many, many years. One of my most treasured memories there are many but one sticks out in particular is the day she gave me her wedding handkerchief to have for my wedding day. What a special, special gift. Her heart was as big as her smile. I am so grateful to have had her in my life. She was the BEST Mother-In-Law a girl could ever ask for. She was quite the character as well…one Thanksgiving we came over she had a “Leesa parking zone” sign up on the garage. It was too darn cute! She warmed my heart every time I was with her. I will miss you so much Mom but you are always in my heart. I know that the kitchen up in heaven has two angels that will be keeping it nice and clean! I will love you forever!!
Dear Roger:
We are so saddened by the loss of Barbara, and our love and prayers are with you. You and Barb have been wonderful neighbors to us during the past 22 years, and we know Barbara is going to be greatly missed in the neighborhood. Please let us know if there is anything you need or if we can be of help in any way.
Roger and family,
I am a Swedish Hospital School of Nursing classmate 1954. I am so sorry to hear of Barb’s death, with a short duration of illness. She and her brother, Pete, sat at my table at our last reunion in 2009, and, of course, had a lot of good conversation. I have notified our membership secretary, and we always put a small monetary donation toward the Scholarship Fund when an alumna dies. My sympathy to your entire family.
Cynthia Anderson
Dear Roger,
So sorry for your loss. Don and I send our sincere sympathy.
Eloise and Don Peters
My deepest sympathies to the Gilbertson family for the loss of our Barbara. I will miss Barb greatly, especially our special times together and our long talks about nursing, kids and life.
She was a wonderful mother-in-law to my daughter and a great friend to me.
Barb will always be in my heart.
I was one of the girls in “Mrs G’s” Campfire group in the 1970’s. I saw her once after that, and am kicking myself for not being in contact more. She taught me so much, especially the love of the outdoors. When I was looking for a youth group for my 2 girls, I insisted on a leader who had the same standards as Mrs G.
I am sooooo thankful that she was in my life!