Obituary of Joanne Mary Barber

Joanne Mary Barber (Erickson) passed away unexpectedly on Thursday April 6th, 2023 at Mercy Hospital. 

Joanne was born October 28, 1961 to Edward and Elizabeth Erickson. She was the 2nd daughter in the family. She grew up in Scandia, MN. 

Joanne married Terry Barber and they had 2 children Tony and Sarah. They lived in Stillwater MN and Hudson WI. In 2001 Joanne and Terry divorced and Joanne moved to Minnesota. 

Joanne loved to bake and cook for her family. Her sugar cookies were the best. She was a proud grandma, mom and aunt. She was a great housekeeper and always made sure her home was one that anyone was welcomed into. She loved her childhood home in scandia, which she visited regularly with her children. She made many memories there as did her children and grandchildren 

Joanne is preceded in death by her parents Edward and Elizabeth, niece Janet Barber, uncle Michael Auchampach, cousin James Tilson. Her former husband Terry also preceded her in death. 

She is survived by her son Tony (Kayla) Barber of Beldenville Wi, daughter Sarah Barber of Arden Hills MN; sister Mary of Apple Valley MN; she is also survived by grandsons Elijah, Julien and Noah Barber of Beldenville WI. 

The Cremation Society of MN is assisting the family with arrangements. A celebration of life is being planned for a later date.