March 28, 2024

Barbara K. Peters

Oct. 5, 2019

Barbara K. “Barbie” Peters, 60, a lifelong resident of Newton, died Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, following the last couple of years struggling with her health.

A service celebrating Barbie's life will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at the Fore Seasons in Newton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in her memory to the Jasper County Animal Rescue League. To share a thought, memory or condolence with her family please visit the funeral home website at gayandciha.com.

Many will remember Barbie from McDonald’s in Newton, where she worked for more than 30 years, always greeting her customers with a smile. She had a soft spot for all animals, but kitties were her favorite. Barbie was known to be the most unselfish giving individual many ever knew. She lived for giving gifts and smiles, never forgetting birthdays and anniversaries but Christmas was her holiday. Nothing topped the joy she experienced on this day being with family and friends. She also looked forward to the Iowa State Fair every year.

Barbie’s family includes her siblings and their families, Lynne Whelan, Carolyn Rudkin, Karl Peters, Bob Peters and Bill Peters.