Barbara Jane Denniston
  • Born on: June 9, 1938
  • Departed on: July 18, 2019
  • Resided in: Anamosa, IA

Barbara Jane Denniston

Barbara Jane Denniston, 81, of Anamosa passed away on July 18, 2019 at the Anamosa Care Center. Family will greet friends at the Lawrence Community Center on Thursday, July 25th from 4 to 7pm. A private burial will take place at a later date.

Barbara was born on June 9, 1938 in Indianapolis, Indiana; the daughter of Marc and Vera (Burrell) Snodgrass. She was united in marriage to Larry Denniston on October 16, 1960. Barbara was a school bus driver for many years, then worked at Mercy Hospital until her retirement. She was a volunteer at Jones Reginal Medical Center. She enjoyed going to the river boats, golfing, fishing, dancing, and time spent with family.

Barbara is survived by her husband Larry of 59 years; sons Mark (Doris), Pete, Scott (Pam) and Kelly (Kim); 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister Kay (Mike) Haslam; sisters in law Bonnie Bauer and Lorraine Denniston. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial donations may be given in Barbara’s name to Above and Beyond Hospice Foundation or Animal Welfare Friends. 
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