Barbara Jo Schickedanz, nee Jackson, 67, of Sun City Center, FL; formerly of Marissa, IL; passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2016 after a courageous 17 year battle with cancer.
She was born in Belleville, IL, to Elmer “Stonewall” Jackson and Virginia, nee Mellon, Jackson on April 6, 1949. She received a degree in education from Sangamon State College and later received a professional secretarial degree. She worked as a legal secretary and office administrator for several law firms in the St. Louis Metro area. After “retiring” to Florida she became involved with many local organizations, including her local home association, where she served as President for many years.
She is survived by Allan, her loving husband of 46 years, son Stephen (Tanya) of Maplewood, MO, daughter Dayna (Jeanna) of Bloomington, IL, sister Jan (Dennis) Morgan of Lake Ozark, MO, brother Elmer “Skeets” (Nina) Jackson of Granite City, IL. Grandchildren Maya, Ian, Teagan, Cameron, and Quinn. Nieces Michele Mogan-Mohr and Kimberly Morgan-Mueller. As well as numerous dear friends in Central and Southern Illinois and Sun City Center, FL.
The family would like to extend their thanks to the medical staff of the Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa General Hospital, Lifepath Hospice, and the American Renal Dialysis Center for their special care and compassion over many years.
Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.heilschuessler.com.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers please donate to Clearwater Marine Aquarium (249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767) or the charity of your choosing in Barbara’s name.
Visitation: Friends may call at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Saturday, November 5, 2016 from 10:00am to 12:00noon.
Funeral: A celebration of life will be held at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 12:00noon with Rev. Dr. Donald Wagner officiating.
Interment: Barbara will be interred at Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, IL.
Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Sincere sympathy to all Barb’s family.
I am not able to attend this Saturday, but wish for a “Sister” in Beta Sigma Phi all the peace that Heaven can give. Comfort in the arms of God for the family left behind.
Posted by: Ruth Hundley – O’Fallon, IL – Friend Nov 04, 2016
ReplyHave fun Barb (BBJ) with the families, until we will laugh at the world again.
Love you big sister..
Posted by: Janann Morgan – Lake ozark, MO Nov 03, 2016
ReplyOur deepest sympathy to the family. Barb will be missed by all.
Posted by: Carol Hougland – New Baden, IL – Friend Nov 02, 2016
ReplyTo live in hearts we leave behind
Is not to die.
~Thomas Campbell, “Hallowed Ground”
In loving memory of our friend and neighbor, Barbie. Will miss our weekly chats, your email jokes, dinners at Jesse’s, and wonderful nights at Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Thank you for your support as I went through my health crisis and for sponsoring me at our Red Hat Society Classy Ladies organization. Will miss you GF. Love, Robbin and Terry
Posted by: Capt Terry and Mrs. Robbin Stratton Upson – Tampa Bay, FL – Family Friend Oct 25, 2016
ReplyI will deeply miss my best friend, her laugh, her contagious smile, her voice.
My prayers and love go out to her family.
Posted by: Sandy Schroeder – Belleville, IL Oct 24, 2016
ReplyMissing my beautiful sister, Her spirit will live on forever in the lives of those she touched.
Posted by: Terri & Len Duncan – Kilbourne, IL Oct 24, 2016
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Missing my beautiful sister, Her spirit will live on forever in the lives of those she touched.
Posted by: Terri & Len Duncan – Kilbourne, IL Oct 24, 2016
I will deeply miss my best friend, her laugh, her contagious smile, her voice.
My prayers and love go out to her family.
Posted by: Sandy Schroeder – Belleville, IL Oct 24, 2016
To live in hearts we leave behind
Is not to die.
~Thomas Campbell, “Hallowed Ground”
In loving memory of our friend and neighbor, Barbie. Will miss our weekly chats, your email jokes, dinners at Jesse’s, and wonderful nights at Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Thank you for your support as I went through my health crisis and for sponsoring me at our Red Hat Society Classy Ladies organization. Will miss you GF. Love, Robbin and Terry
Posted by: Capt Terry and Mrs. Robbin Stratton Upson – Tampa Bay, FL – Family Friend Oct 25, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Barb will be missed by all.
Posted by: Carol Hougland – New Baden, IL – Friend Nov 02, 2016
Have fun Barb (BBJ) with the families, until we will laugh at the world again.
Love you big sister..
Posted by: Janann Morgan – Lake ozark, MO Nov 03, 2016
Sincere sympathy to all Barb’s family.
I am not able to attend this Saturday, but wish for a “Sister” in Beta Sigma Phi all the peace that Heaven can give. Comfort in the arms of God for the family left behind.
Posted by: Ruth Hundley – O’Fallon, IL – Friend Nov 04, 2016