Barbara A. Osborn, 85, of Washington, IL died at 7 pm Saturday, August 5, 2023 at Manor Court in Peoria, IL.

Born on June 27, 1938 in Irving, IL to Oris and Vona Matthews Cook, she was adopted by Carson Hagood following her father's death.  She married Barry Osborn in Rosamond, IL on September 1, 1957.  He preceded her in death in 2021.  One son, Kris Osborn, also preceded her in death in 2012.

She is survived by her children, Lisa (Dan) Heinz of Peoria, IL, Nathan (Kate) Osborn of Johnson Creek, WI, and Courtney Junker of Washington, IL and grandchildren, Andy (Rachel), Brendan (Felicia) and Lexie Heinz, Chelsea, Miranda, and Teagan Osborn, Jacob and Emily Junker, and Ed, Bea and Maisy Osborn, and great-grandchildren Selma Heinz and Tommy Heinz.  She is also survived by her sisters, Melva (Bob) Smith, Sharon (Keith, deceased) Lockwood, Gloria (Ted) Mathewson and Linda Hagood, with whom she enjoyed close relationships.  Their brother, Bill Hagood, also preceded her in death in 2021.

Barb never knew a stranger and showered everyone she met with love and kindness.  She worked for many years at Washington State Bank as a teller and enjoyed many close friendships with co-workers and customers.  Throughout her life, Barb was involved in many clubs and activities such as Newcomers Club, card clubs, bowling leagues and Bible studies.  A talented seamstress, Barb spent countless hours sewing for her family and friends over the years and made many beautiful quilts.  She was a devout Christian who made it a priority to read her Bible and pray each day and was a member of Washington Christian Church for many years.  As one of the many ways she helped others, she was a regular blood donor at the American Red Cross.

Even as her mind began to fail her, she remained cheerful, optimistic and grateful.  Whenever she saw you, you could count on a warm compliment or friendly greeting such as "I'm counting my blessings, and you're one of them!" or "I love you to pieces!" Her friends and family will forever cherish the special things about Barb and remember her always with love in their hearts and a smile on their faces.

Services for Barb will be at 10:30 am Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington.  Pastor Jim Gorby will officiate.  Visitation will be from 5-7:30 pm Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the funeral home and also ½ hour prior to the services on Thursday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Glendale Cemetery in Washington.

Memorials may be made to OSF Senior World 719 N. Kumpf Blvd. Peoria, IL 61605 or the American Red Cross.