Barbara Louise Vandersteen

Barbara L. (Barb)Age 90, passed away on July 19, 2022.Preceded in death by husband of 65 years, Lee Vandersteen; parents Walter and Irene Bradtke,sister Mary and her husband Don Vandersteen, brother-in-law James Romanski, and grandsonZachery Vandersteen. Survived by sister, Ginny Romanski, four sons: Mark (Lori), Steve (Mari), Jeff (Meg) and Dan(Ann), one daughter: Julie Olson (Paul); 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 10 Nieces /Nephews, including her Godchild, Michael Vandersteen. Born and raised in Green Bay, Barbara L. Vandersteen led a very active and social life. A 1950graduate of East High School. She was active in choir, theater, and the US Air Force GroundObserver Corp. An avid gardener and community member. Known for her artistic and creativespirit, she made friends easily and was always willing to help where needed. Before colored photos were invented, Barb worked seven years as a Colorist for CalbannStudio, three years as the Art Director for the Boys and Girls Club, and 30 years in theRegistration Department of St. Vincent Hospital. She also served on the St. Vincent Auxiliaryand was an active member of the Green Bay Gardeners Club. Barb became the first femalepresident of the club and served an extremely rewarding five terms. In addition to tending to herhome gardens, she enjoyed tending to the gardens at the Green Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, St.Vincent Hospital, St. Willebrord Church, Ag & Extension Service Center, Astor Park, and OddFellows Home. She also found great pleasure in painting and craft work. Barb loved life, all people, her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all of her niecesand nephews. Always the optimist, she added joy and color to brighten the hearts of others andthe world around her. Special thanks to the exceptional staff at Lexington Pointe Senior Living and St. Croix Hospice. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for July 30th, 2022 at the Green Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Event Center, 1660 East Shore Drive, Green Bay, WI. 10:00 - 11:30AM. Visitation, 11:30AM - 12:15PM Service, 12:30 - 2:30PM Lunch/Celebration/Open Mic. The family requests that guests bring flowers from their gardens. A portion of the donations will go towards the purchase of a memorial bench at the Wildlife Sanctuary in Barb's memory.

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Barbara Louise Vandersteen

November 23, 1931 - July 19, 2022

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Barbara Louise Vandersteen

November 23, 1931 - July 19, 2022

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