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Funeral: 10 a.m. Thursday (November 21, 2013) at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday (November 20, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Barbara J. Mislich, age 74, of Flora, IL passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013 at her home in Flora.
Mrs. Mislich was born September 10, 1939 in Blue Island, IL to William and Margaret (Wigginton) Moore. She married Robert D. Mislich on February 20, 1960 in Blue Island, IL. He preceded her in death on January 28, 2005. Barbara was co-owner of the Pizza Pit for 26 years before selling to Lisa and Gary Lehman, and it is now operated by Lisa and John Bayler. Barbara and Robert were foster parents to at least 9 children throughout their years both in Chicago and in Flora. Barbara enjoyed crocheting and has made many afghans both to sell and give away to family. She also made each of her grandchildren white afghans to bring them home from the hospital and also to her nieces and nephews first born. She was an avid book reader, a hell of a bowler, and was a DIE HARD CUBS FAN.
Mrs. Mislich is survived by her 3 children: son Kenneth D. Mislich of Flora, daughter Jennifer J. Brown of Flora, and son Jason (Melisa) Mislich of Altamont; 3 sisters: Donna Moran (Richard Hembree) of Flora, Margene (Richard) Burmeister of Flora, and Joyce (Nick) Blume of Orlando, FL; a brother: Jeff (Connie) Moore of Flora; brother-in-law: Richard Mislich of Chicago; 3 grandchildren: Stephen Mislich of Bowling Green, OH, Robert (Chelsea) Henson and Rebecca Brown all of Flora; 2 great-grandchildren: Deacon and Dallas Henson and 1 expected great-grandchild; and her best friend Shelby Germany of Chicago. She will also be missed by her beloved dog Scrappy. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister-in-law (Dorothy Mislich).
The funeral service for Barbara Mislich will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with expenses.
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So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Praying for your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. she was a fine lady and I always enjoyed talking to her at the pit. I am thinking about you and you are in my prayer. take care
Though I had not seen Barb for many years, we used to be neighbors. She was a great lady, full of spunk and never afraid to speak her mind, or to stand up for someone who was being mistreated. She will be missed.
Jennifer (and family), I am so sorry about your Mom. You know I am here for you for whatever you need, just call me. Thinking of you. Love you.
Jennifer and family. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all. Your mom was a wonderful person. I remember all the good old days at the pit with her and your dad. She is with your dad now.
So sorry for your loss. Keeping all of you in my prayers. Angela
I bowled with Barbara years ago. She was a nice lady and a good bowler. Sorry for your loss.
To the family of Barb, I'm sorry for your loss you guys are in my thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful lady
To the whole family, I mainly knew her when we went to the PIT. She was always so friendly and concerned about her customers. I remember the night we came in after our house fire. We gave our order and started to pay, and we were told it is on the Pit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dennis and Sue Hampsten and family.
Jen & family I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom is a great person, I know you take comfort knowing she's free of pain and with your dad. I have so many fond childhood memories of them at the pit, and all of our shared birthday parties. I know its hard but please try to have a happy birthday, you deserve it and I know Bob & Barb would want you to. Love ya Waggy
So sorry to hear about your sister.May God be with you at this diffcult time. God Bless you and your Family. Love Always Barb Shires
Jennifer, Your mom will be missed. Just remember the fun and good times. I will pray for peace for your family.
So sorry to hear about your mom. Know that she had been in poor health for some time, but sorry to hear of her passing. Know that she will be missed by many. pat
Jennifer I am so sorry for your lose. She was a wonderful lady. And now she is in no pain. God bless you and your family.
Jennifer and family, so sorry for your loss. Your Mother was such a beautiful lady inside and out, and I am going to miss her so much. She loved her family and her dog Scrappy so much. You all were the light in her eyes, and she always spoke so highly of each of you. She raised such caring loving individuals full of memories she often shared, and I am blessed to have known her. Please take comfort in knowing that I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers at the difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear about Barbara's passing. I will remember her as a kind and loving person and one that I could always talk to.
Please know that one of Barbara's beautiful afghans still holds a special place in our hearts and in our home. She was a special person. Blessings to you all.
~~Sincere condolences & prayers from the Cardascio family in Illinois & North Carolina~~
Our hearts are hurting for you and your family. Your parents were special people and always made all us kids through the years feel like family at the Pit....Always enjoyed talking to them about the Cubs....Keeping you all close in our thoughts and prayers..
Sorry to here of your loss of your mom, our prayers will be with your family ,. God Bless you Russell & Denise
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Barbara Mislich. My prayers go out to the family.
So sorry to hear about Barbara. I was trying to call her and the number had been disconnected so I checked the internet and found this. Barb flew to Salina Kansas November 26, 1958 to be my maid of honor at my marriage to Clarence (Butch) Nowak. My thoughts are with the family.
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