Barbara Lorraine Sibert's Obituary
Decatur – Barbara Lorraine Sibert, 76, of Decatur, IL, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025.
Barbara was born on June 20, 1949, in Decatur, IL the daughter of John Thomas and Betty Rae (Drew) Owen. She worked as a waitress at the Brown Jug and Blue Mill and was the assistant manager at Molly Maid. Barbara loved her family, gardening and was an amateur bird watcher. She married Michael L. Sibert on October 31, 1970, in Decatur, IL.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Thomas Owen II.
Barbara is survived by her husband Michael Sibert of Decatur; children: Michael Sibert of Decatur, Greg Sibert of Decatur, and William (Carrie) Sibert of Decatur; grandchildren: Alexandria, McKenzy, and Nathan; siblings: Pamela Rae Telger of Chatham, Deborah Sue Markowitz of Summerville, SC, and Susan Ann Brown of Decatur; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Private family services will be held at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home.
Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at https://www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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