"Howard and family, there are no words to express our sorrow, upon hearing of Barbara's passing. She was a terrific wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. We always enjoyed her smile, kindness and her joy for life. Barbara has been a great role model for all of us, on how to live life to the fullest. We are grateful for a life so well lived and a person so well loved. It is our hope that warm and fond memories will comfort all of you in the days, weeks and months ahead. Carl, Charleen and Christopher Donley "
In loving memory of
Barbara J Mundt
February 6, 1931 - December 27, 2020
Barbara J. (Waggoner) Mundt, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 27, 2020, in Marion. Barbara was born on February 6, 1931, in Fort Wayne, to the late Lester H. and Ethyl M. (Carrington) Waggoner. She graduated from Southside High School in Fort Wayne, class of 1949. After graduating, Barbara was a secretary for two attorneys, William Douglas and Arthur Smith (a patent attorney). Barbara retired from Bank One, in Marion, in 1990, as a loan officer, after working there for almost 28 years.
Barbara married the love of her life, Howard L. Mundt, on July 1, 1950, at Grace Lutheran Church, in Fort Wayne with Rev. Fred Holtmeyer officiating. Howard survives. They just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary together this year, and they were both looking forward to turning 90 years old together next year. The two of them met in kindergarten, in 1936, at John S. Irwin School, in Fort Wayne. In 1937, in the first grade, there was a gift exchange where Howard had given Barbara a necklace with a locket on it. This was such a special gift to her, she held on to it all of these years. The necklace had to be replaced, but she still had the locket and had asked her family that when she passed away for them to bury her with it, and they are respecting her wishes.
Barbara was a generous, kind, loving, and caring woman. She had a passion for reading. This year was probably her slowest year ever, with still managing to read 82 books. She loved traveling, fishing, and spending time with her family. Barbara enjoyed volunteering her time. She volunteered at the Marion General Hospital Gift Shop, Meals on Wheels, she was a den mother for cub scouts and loved helping with the stamp business. Barbara was a member of the Marion General Hospital Auxillary Board, the LaSertome Club, and Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She attended Sims Wesleyan Church and Mt. Olive UMC.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Howard L. Mundt, Marion; children, Michael (Karen) Mundt, Sulphur, LA; Pamela (John) Finney, La Fontaine; and Cynthia (Thomas) Hughes, La Fontaine; grandchildren, Angela Benner, Brian (Jennifer) Finney, Ian (Jen Arnold) Mundt, and Adam (Hannah) Follin; great-grandchildren, Emily Benner, Ariel Benner, Lexie Finney, Courtney Finney, Gary Follin, and Gregor Mundt.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester H. and Ethyl M. (Carrington) Waggoner; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Arrangements for Barbara have been entrusted to College Park Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 4601 South Western Avenue, Marion, Indiana 46953. Where there will be a visitation held on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, from 4-7 P.M. On Thursday, December 31, 2020, there will be a visitation held from 10-11 A.M., with the funeral services beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Robert Barton and Rev. Brian Williams. Burial will take place immediately after the service at Grant Memorial Park, Marion, Indiana. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic, it is required that you wear a mask and practice social distancing when attending any of the services. Thank you!
Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Barbara to your choice of the following hospitals; Riley Hospital for Children, 705 Riley Hospital Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46202; St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 3091 E. 98th Street, #240, Indianapolis, IN 46280; Shriners Hospitals for Children - Cincinnati, 3229 Burnet Avenue, #3018, Cincinnati, OH 45229.
Online memories and condolences may be left at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Howard and family, it was with sadness that we saw that you lost your precious Barb. Your loss is Heavens gain ,but we know how much you will miss her. 70 yrs is a lifetime for many. You had a wonderful life together and that is not easy to have to give up so suddenly. God is good and He will see you through this. You have a huge wonderful family that we know will be there for you. I am sorry we were not able to attend the viewing or service. But we will always remember Barb as a spunky , always smiling lady. I never saw her without that smile. God bless you all. May you find peace and comfort in your memories. Sincerely, Elda & Dave Ivey"
"Barbara was a beautiful and special lady. She will be greatly missed. Steven and Stacy Duray "
"Dear Howard and family, We will not be able to go to the services. It truly saddens our hearts to know how life has been for you both this last month or so and to know now that Barbara is in Gods loving hands. She has told me that she has had a wonderful life and was ready to go whenever God called. If we ever get to go back to church, we will miss her much, we hope we will see you there. You try to stay well and may God Bless and Keep You. Your Friends from Mt Olive United Methodist Church, Harold and Norma June Landers"
"Howard...What a beautiful life you were able to share. May peace be with Barb, and you my friend , may you cherish every memory of the time spent together."
"Steve and I send our deepest condolences, Mike Bonnie Tuttle"
"I remember your mom and what a special lady she was. prayers to you and your family,, Cindy Scott"