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Family and friends are invited to meet at Trinity Lutheran Church (2065 Geneva Street) on Saturday, August 21, 2021, for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Her funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Stephen Jennings officiating.
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In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League TLC Fund, and the Healthcare Network of Racine.
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MOUNT PLEASANT – Barbara J. Heinert, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Froedtert South – Kenosha Campus on Monday, August 16, 2021.
Barbara was born in Columbus, NE on March 13, 1943, the daughter of the late Bruno John and Wilma (nee Lind) Lulow. She was baptized into the Christian faith at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Columbus on April 11, 1943 and confirmed on April 14, 1958 also at Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Her family moved to Clinton, MS where she graduated from Clinton High School. After high school, Barbara attended and received her nursing degree from the Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in St. Louis, MO.
It was in St. Louis where she met Daniel Heinert who was studying to be a Lutheran pastor, and on September 7, 1964, Barbara married the soon to be Rev. Daniel Heinert. They moved to Racine in 1972 when Daniel accepted the call to serve as pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church. Barbara enjoyed her many years at Trinity, volunteering in many roles and various activities. She was an incredibly devoted person – in EVERYTHING she did. Most of all in her faith, which gives us all comfort now. But also in her service to the Lord, to her husband and family.
Barbara also worked part time as a registered nurse at St. Mary’s Medical Center (now Ascension) for 32 years, retiring in 1998.
In addition to her husband, Rev Daniel Heinert, Barbara is survived by her sons, James (Julie) Heinert of Racine, Joel (Karen) Heinert of Pleasant Prairie and Jonathan (Sheetal) Heinert of Chicago; her grandchildren, Lorin, Reid, Ben, Quinn, Grace and Saajan; her sister-in-law, Cheryl Lulow of Vancouver, WA; brothers-in-law, Dick Henderson of Madison, MS, Jerry (Glendine) Heinert of Delmont, SD, Larry (Miriam) Heinert of Mendota Heights, MN; as well as many dear nieces, nephews and cousins. Barbara was also preceded in death by her sister, Sharyl Henderson; her twin brother, Bruce Lulow, her niece, Ann Henderson and nephew Richard (Rick) Lulow.
Family and friends are invited to meet at Trinity Lutheran Church (2065 Geneva Street) on Saturday, August 21, 2021, for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Her funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Stephen Jennings officiating. A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League TLC Fund, and the Healthcare Network of Racine.
The Heinert family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Ascension All Saints, Froedtert South and Brookside Care Center for the loving and professional attention Barbara received while under their care.
Linda Groth says
Deepest condolences to the Heinert ohana on Barb’s passing. So many precious memories through the years. Barb was an amazing woman. She was hands on. I admired her greatly. It was always nice seeing Barb and PastorHeinert at my brother and sister-in-law’s annual brunches. God’s peace and comfort.
Peggy Svoboda/ Hair Connection says
My deepest sympathy to Dan and his family on the passing of Barb. What a wonderful and kind person she was, may she Rest In Peace with God.🙏🏼
Ruthann Mork says
So many wonderful memories come to mind when I think of Barb, her love and loyalty to her family, friends and church.
One special memory I have, we became grandmothers at the same time. We had many fun talks especially that first year.
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Barb will certainly never be forgotten.
God’s Blessings ~
Denise Bayens Well says
Barb was both friend and mentor to me for the ten years my family lived in Racine and I had my first experience at Trinity as a pastor’s wife.
She was incredibly loving and supportive; creative, giving, and spiritual. Barb lived her Faith.
Along with my three sons, Seth, Dan, and David, I send condolences to Dan and family. May God be with you.
Letha Chattman says
To Rev. Heinert and family
I’m so very sorry about your wife.
In all our conversations at the dental office you spoke of her often with such love!!
Please know you have my sincere sympathy and prayers!!
Love and Blessings!
Formerly from Dr. Becker’s and Hutton.
Dave Emanuelson says
Lovely family. God bless.
Patricia Freukes, RN-Class of 1977, Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing says
Dear Heinert Family,
My condolescences with learning of the passing of your Mother, a Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing RN Graduate. So many students came from all over the U.S. to specifically come to this nursing school because it was well-known, rigorous training & the high skill levels prepared us all extremely well to go anyway our hearts desired in Nursing & care for our family’s as well.
I know your Mother just by being a Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing- St.Louis Grad had to be a compassionate person & reached out to care for those in her need. It was our way…💖
Many Blessings to your Family as from your Family Life’s pictures if was wonderful. Many Lutheran RN Student married a Theologian Student from Concordia-St. Louis! 🌹🦋
May your Mother be Blessed in her journey with the Savior💖