SPARTA - Barbara Ann Rose Schaller, 71 of Sparta, WI, passed away at her home Thursday, April 18, 2024.
Barbara was born February 18, 1953, to Earle and Margaret (Waege) Schaller, in Sparta, WI. She was a 1971 graduate of Sparta High School. Barbara lived and worked her whole life in the Sparta area. She was a fabulous cook at home and at many local restaurants.
Barbara is survived by her son, Benjamin Hutzenbuehler; grandchildren, Darian, Jace, Dekota and Maliya; a brother, Dennis Carlton Schaller; along with many other relatives and friends.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Margaret; a sister, Mary Jo; Ben’s father, and Barbara’s life partner, Jeff Hutzenbuehler; two uncles, Cecil and Harold Waege.
Torkelson Page-Smith Funeral Home is assisting the family with private arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at: www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
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