Barbara Ann Behn, age 79, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born on November 15, 1944 to Leona and Sylvester Slomske, in Wausau. She met her husband, Jim, while working at the Uptown Food Market in Wausau around 1964. They were married on February 13th, 1971 at Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, Wausau.

Barb was a great home maker and she took great pride in her family, especially her three grand-daughters. She attended Wausau Senior High School and worked at several places in Wausau, including Uptown Food Market, Buddy's Restaurant, Dr. Rothman's Dental office, La Prima Deli, and God Fathers Pizza. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, painting ceramics and paint by number.

Barb is survived by her husband; Jim, her daughter; Jamie (Tony) Carpenter, and her grand-daughters; Tristyn, Madilyn, and Carrie-anne Carpenter, all of Wausau.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and brother-in-law; Janice and Alfred Gertschen, and a son; Scott Deicher.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCW.WS

There will be a private family service at a later date.