Obituary of Barbara J. Leopold

Barbara Jean Leopold, 64 passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home in Oxford, on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. Barbara was born January 10, 1956, in Milwaukee, WI, the oldest of her four siblings. She married James “Jim” Leopold on October 20, 2000, in Cedar Rapids, IA. The couple moved to Oxford in 2001 where they have resided ever since. Barbara loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved her pets and all animals. She enjoyed traveling, camping, boating, gardening nature and cooking for her family. She is survived by her husband, Jim; 6 children, Melanie Spoon, Steven Spoon (Carrie), Jessica Robinson (Darrin), Brandon Spoon (Eryn), Anita Faulkner (Randolph) and James A. Leopold; 14 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and Barbara’s 3 sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and great-granddaughter. Private family services have been held through Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service. To share a thought, memory or condolence please visit the funeral home website @ www.gayandciha.com.