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Barbara Bessert
Barbara Bessert
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Barbara Bessert, of Mattoon, died on October 22, 2024 at her home. She was 69 years old. She was born on March 28, 1955 in Antigo, a daughter of the late Raymond Taggart and Delores (Stone) Wimmer.

She was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1973.

Barbara enjoyed crocheting and sewing, having made baby blankets and clothing for her children. She loved singing karaoke, her favorite was "Last Kiss" by the Cavaliers. Barbara cherished spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She recently starting doing Diamond Art.

Survivors include four daughters, Amy (Christopher) Bessert of Antigo, Nicole (Rupert) Bessert of Mattoon, Carla Bessert of Shawano, Katherin Maddix of White Lake; son, Adam (April) Bessert of Antigo; two brothers, Donald (Sue) Taggart of Appleton, Tim (Crystal) Taggart of Merrill; thirteen grandchildren, Austin Maddix, Brennitta (Bobby) Strong, Kain Bessert, Erikka (Michael) Randall, Colleen (Dennis) Sutte, Desirae Seever, Xavionna Welch, Shayden Welch, Natalia Maddix, Nakaia Welch, Samantha Bessert, Nevaeh Mosher and Kaiden Mosher; cousin, Dorothy Sharp; and many more cousins, nieces, and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Dominic Maddix; and three sisters, Debra Hoecherl, Janice Below, and Sandra Anderson.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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P Paula Lightfoot on Oct 27, 2024

Carla, my sympathy and condolences to you and your family during this most difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.🙏🙏

S Sarah and Emily Taggart on Oct 27, 2024

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Barbara Bessert by Sarah and Emily Taggart.

s steve smith on Oct 25, 2024

Known Barb all of her live. Will miss her greatly.

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