Barbara J Graham 7/15/2025

Barbara Jean Graham, of Roberts, Wisconsin, passed away on July 15, 2025, at Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota.  Barbara was born on March 9, 1969, in St. Paul, Minnesota, and graduated from St. Agnes High School in 1987. It was there that she met the love of her life, Norbert “Norb” Graham. The two married in 1988 and began a beautiful family together, building a life full of love, laughter, and memories.

Barbara dedicated over 25 years of her life to the Holiday Station Stores, where she worked at multiple locations. Throughout her career, her dedication, unwavering service, and commitment did not go unnoticed. She was honored with a Pinnacle of excellence in 2022 while she was with Bayport.

Barbara’s hobbies and interests were as diverse as they were passionate. She found joy in traveling and embarking on adventurous vacations with family and friends. Vegas, her favorite destination, was one she visited countless times, alongside memorable trips to Mexico, Arizona, and Jamaica. Locally, she frequented Treasure Island, where she always had a great time.

Creativity was another passion of Barbara’s, and she loved crafting, particularly working with “diamond dots.” One of her proudest creations was a custom piece that she made of a photo of her and Norb in Vegas.

Known for her immense kindness, infectious sense of humor, and unwavering love for her family, Barbara surrounded herself with those she loved most. She was the proud caretaker of goats, chickens, and many stray cats that became part of her extended family. Her love and devotion to her family were evident in everything she did.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Shirley Westphall; sisters, Donna Mahowald, Jan Ahmann; brother, Raymond Westphall and nephew Jason Hagen.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Norbert “Norb” Graham; children, Andrew (Andrea) Westphall, Samantha (Tim) Krause, and Bert (Aly) Graham. Her cherished grandchildren: Cecelia Westphall, Abigail Westphall, Gaige Westphall, Isabella Krause, Lincoln Krause, Gabriella Krause, Makenzie Krause, Watson Graham, and Waylon Graham and her many great-grandchildren. Her siblings, Jim (Cindy) Westphall, Ruth (Gary) Hagen, Peggy (Greg) Peltier, Mike (Teresa) Westphall, Dawn Blomquist, Dave Westphall.

Barbara’s legacy of love, laughter, and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, August 8, 2025 at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church (211 East Division Street) River Falls, Wisconsin at 11am.  A visitation was held before the service from 9-11am.

Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

Please click here to watch the recording of Barbara’s service.