Barbara M. Hellwig

Barbara M. Hellwig, 84, of Arbor Vitae, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff. Barb was born on October 27, 1939 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Tony and Antoinette (nee Tourek) Fiala.

She attended high school in Phillips and attended Grant Hospital School of Nursing. Barb went on to become a nurse, most recently retiring from Ministry Home Care in 2004. She married John Hellwig on December 5, 1981 in Minocqua. Barb was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Minocqua, was an avid reader and enjoyed quilting.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, John. Barb is survived by her sisters, Nancy Drumm (Dave) and Judy Bruhl (Garth Deverall); nieces and nephews, Gene Johnson (Kim), Lance Bruhl (Taylor), Brady Bruhl (Kelsy), Kathy Sheppard (Corky), Susan Green (Mark), Anthony LaRose (Charmaine) and many great-nieces and nephews and stepchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in Minocqua.

Bolger Cremation & Funeral Services is assisting the family, www.bolgerfuneral.com to share condolences.