About This Memory Space
This page was created for Barbara J. Hirschauer's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Barbara J. Hirschauer's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Barbara J. Hirschauer. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Barbara J. Hirschauer embodied resilience and tenderness, a woman whose outer strength concealed a heart brimming with sweetness, leaving an indelible mark through her unwavering family devotion and quiet acts of kindness.
Born in Indianapolis to Alex and Adeline (Many) Jenkins, Barbara navigated life with the grit of a true survivor, balancing a tough exterior with profound inner warmth. She poured her energy into homemaking, transforming ordinary moments into cherished traditions, especially during holidays filled with decorations, music, and shared excitement. Christmas held a special place in her heart, where falling snow, carols, and a tree laden with gifts created magical gatherings alongside her late husband Robert 'Bob's' elaborate model village and train displays. In her later years, she found solace on the patio by the pond, delighting in birdwatching—ducks, geese, cranes, and herons passing by—while conversing endlessly with her loyal dog Daisy. Barbara's gift lay not just in appreciating beauty but in infusing it into everything she touched, from volunteer efforts at Community East to the grace she extended to those in need.
As a dedicated homemaker, Barbara channeled her talents into nurturing her family and community, volunteering selflessly at Community East to support others with compassion and poise. Her contributions extended beyond the home, where she brought beauty and care to those facing challenges.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Cherished moments unfolded around Barbara's table during holidays, where her enthusiasm for elaborate Christmas setups and Bob's model train village wove unbreakable threads among loved ones. She leaves behind daughter Alexis McLaughlin, grandchildren Christopher McLaughlin and Molly Blas, great-grandchildren Abigail and Isabel, her devoted dog Daisy, and a circle of nieces and nephews. Preceded by parents Alex and Adeline, husband Robert 'Bob,' and siblings Joe Jenkins, Thelma Ryan, and Helen Rhodes, Barbara's world revolved around these connections, her gentle guidance and joyful spirit lighting up every gathering.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from acquaintances paint Barbara as a beacon of quiet strength and generosity, with many recalling her infectious holiday cheer and the serene wisdom she shared in her final patio days overlooking the pond.
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