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Barbara S. Sleeper - 87
2/17/1923 - 7/16/2010

Muncie - Muncie – Barbara S. Sleeper, 87, died Friday morning, July 16, 2010 at Westminster Health Care following an extended illness.

She was born February 17, 1923 in Columbus, OH the daughter of Arthur and Vera Mae Shepard, graduated from High School in Bennington, VT, received her Bachelor’s Degree in English from the University of New Hampshire and moved to Muncie in 1971.

Mrs. Sleeper was employed part time at Bracken Library for several years.

She was a member of College Avenue United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir for several years. She also was a member of the Association of Life Long Learners at Ball State University, Daughters of the American Revolution, Alpha Xi Delta Alumni, and volunteered with Meals on Wheels at Ball Memorial Hospital.

Surviving are her son, Donald Sleeper (wife, Anne), Wisconsin Rapids, WI; two daughters, Joanne Naggatz (husband, Gerald), Crystal Lake, IL and Martha Gilliom (husband, Tom), West Lafayette; and seven grandsons, Jesse Stewart (wife, Kendra), Christopher Stewart, Mark Sleeper, Todd Sleeper (wife, Beth), Kyle Sleeper, Stephen Gilliom (wife, Danniela), and Alex Gilliom.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gordon Whittier Sleeper in 2002; and a sister, Beverly Hammond.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at College Avenue United Methodist Church with Rev. Chip Gast officiating. Private inurnment will follow in Jones Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Meals on Wheels, c/o Ball Memorial Hospital, 2401 W. University Ave., Muncie, IN 47303.

The Meeks Mortuary and Crematory, Washington Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.meekmortuary.com.

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Sarah Humphrey - Martha and Family, I'm sorry to read of your mother's passing. Prayers and Sympathy.
7/17/2010 9:33 AM
Brenda Irelan - Tom and Martha, So sorry to hear about your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
7/19/2010 8:14 AM
Dr & Mrs Gilbert Bloom - Martha, Tom & family,
7/19/2010 2:53 PM
Dr & Mrs Gilbert Bloom - Martha, Tom and family, Just a note of sympathy on Babara's passing. She and Gordon were wonderful people and we shall miss them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
7/19/2010 2:56 PM
John and Sandra Worthen - We were sorry to learn of the passing of your mother, Barbara Sleeper. John and I enjoyed knowing both of your parents and considered them to be among the finest folks in Muncie and in the university community. They were always involved in the community and the university and were good company. Losing one's parents is a great loss. Please know we are thinking of you and send our sympathy to all of the family. Very Sincerely, Sandra and John Worrhen
7/19/2010 7:01 PM
John & Jane Beekman - We extend our sympathy to you on the death of Barbara. Barbara and Gordon were good friends of ours starting in 1971 when they came to Muncie. We did many activities together, including ice skating, cross-country skiing, golfing, travelling to northern Indiana, and Oregon. We had much to visit about, including singing in our church choirs, and our activities at Ball State University. A Memorial has been sent to Meals on Wheels. We are very sorry that we can't attend the Memorial services on July 31, as we will be travelling to Iowa. In Christian Love, John and Jane Beekman
7/20/2010 1:55 PM
Meals On Wheels of Muncie, inc. - We are so sorry to hear of Barbara's recent passing. She, as well as Gordon, were such a pleasant and important part of our Volunteer family for Meals on Wheels. Please know we will always remember them fondly and thank you for directing memorials to our program. They would have loved knowing their interest in always helping others continues. With Regards, Susan E. Thomas Ex Dir Meals On Wheels
7/20/2010 3:28 PM
Joe and Daisy Lauretta - Martha and Family -- Our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. May you continue to be comforted in knowing in your hearts that she is now at peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
7/20/2010 9:15 PM
Fred E. Reese - martha so sorry to read about the passing of your Mother. She was such a part of my High School days. Always openning your home to we wayward youth. Please know your in my thought and prayers at this difficult time FRED
7/21/2010 11:51 AM
Truman Pope Family - Dear Sleeper Familly: I was sorry to read of the death of your mother. Regardless of her age, losing one's mother is a difficult thing to experience. I welcomed Gordon and Barbara to Muncie in early 197l. I associated with her at a number of office parties. I worked with Gordon for about twenty years. He was a great asset to Ball State. Sincerely, Truman Pope
7/25/2010 4:33 PM
THe Martin Limbird family - Dear Martha, Tom and family: We looked for your mom with the Westminster crew at the 4th of July concert, and since we left July 5 for Colorado we did not follow up to know why she was not there. We have such fond fond memories of both your mom and dad, Martha. Please know their smiles and warmth live on in our memory. Martin and Mary Catherine
7/28/2010 11:43 PM
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