Obituary for Barbara Maus

Barbara Jean Maus passed away peacefully on February 20, 2023, at the age of 82. She was born on September 4, 1940, to Howard (Pat) and Ann Bruce.

Barbara was a devoted wife to Bill Maus, whom she married on May 28, 1960. Together, they raised four children: Craig (Emily), Laurie Hennen (Al Scheiller), Cindy Eldred (Tim), and Kurt (Patty). Barbara was an exceptional grandmother to Abbey, Karen, Caroline, Lilia, Eilee, Lindsay, Grace, Parker, Kelton, Haley, and Blake, and was blessed with three great-grandchildren: Ellis, Wesley, and Jackson. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as well as her sisters, Patsy Steffek and Judy Shivley.

Barbara spent many years working as a dedicated employee at Birch Grove Elementary School. Her kindness and unwavering spirit extended beyond her profession and were demonstrated by her selection as Volunteer of the Year at J.A. Wedum Residential Hospice. Barbara's legacy of compassion and generosity will remain in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

The family kindly requests that contributions in Barbara's memory be made to the Dementia Society of America. The Society's research on vascular dementia continues to provide breakthroughs in the treatment of this disease. Donations can be made via mail to PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901, or online at www.DementiaSociety.org/donate (http://www.dementiasociety.org/donate).

Barbara's life was filled with love, kindness, and generosity. Her legacy will live on through the memories and love she shared with those closest to her.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:30AM Mon 2/27/23 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 9100 93^rd Ave N., Brooklyn Park, with visitation 1 hour prior to Mass at church. Private Interment at Gethsemane Cemetery, New Hope, MN.