Obituary of Barbara Butterbaugh

Barbara J. Butterbaugh, age 80 formerly of Iowa City and Washington, Iowa died Friday, September 3, 2021. Barbara J. Ross was born June 2, 1941, in the family’s home in Coralville, the daughter of Melvin and Jennie (Graham) Ross. Following graduation from City High School she has worked in the health care profession for most of her adult working career. As a CNA and Physical Therapist Aide at the Washington County Hospital and later for Helping Hands of Washington County. After moving to Iowa City, she worked as the resident manager at Autumn Park Apartments, retiring at the age of 76 in 2017. Since then she has enjoyed the very peaceful life of living next to a pond near Argyle, Iowa. Her family includes two children, Robin Lloyd (Tony) and David Butterbaugh Jr.; grandchildren, Jessica Lloyd and Stanley Butterbaugh; and her siblings, Marge Glick, Bill Ross (Kris) and Julie Briggs (Gene). She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Stanley R. Butterbaugh; infant sister, Shirley Ross; and brother and his wife, Earl and Mary Ross. As per instructed by Barb, no formal services are being planned. She would like you to consider any memorial donations to be given to Lee County Hospice or to the charity of your choice. To share a thought, memory or condolence with her family please visit the funeral home website @ www.gayandciha.com.