Obituary - Barbara Jo Pettibon

Barbara Jo Pettibon, 80, Nevada, MO, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018 in Joplin MO. She was born June 30, 1937 in Beardstown, IL to Allyn and Dilola (Jones) Turnbull. She married Robert Bowman on May 27, 1972 and he preceded her in death. One day, while strolling through the park, she met the second love of her life, Forest Pettibon, and they were united in marriage on February 26, 1999. They enjoyed a special marital bond and truly were a team together in life.

Barbara began her working career as an employee for Flory’s Pharmacy and later worked at Nevada State Hospital until her retirement. Barbara was a member of Rebecca’s Lodge for many years. Survivors, in addition to her husband Forest, include 3 siblings: Betty Helms, LaVon Posey, and Bill Turnbull, all of Nevada, MO, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. She has been welcomed into heaven by her parents, her first husband Bob, and siblings Mary Jean, Suzann, Pat, David, Judy, and Marjorie.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will be in Deerfield Cemetery, Deerfield, MO.