Barbara A. Kutschbach

     Barbara A. Kutschbach, 86, of Chillicothe passed 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at her home.

     She was born April 16, 1939 in Chillicothe to the late Floyd and Virginia Shaw Williamson.  On December 5, 1956 she married James F. Kutschbach who preceded her November 9, 2014.

     Surviving are daughter, Jamie J. (John Wilhelm) Elder, of Chillicothe; grandson, Travis Elder, of Chillicothe; companion, Herb Smith, of Chillicothe; sister, Sylvia Williamson, of Chillicothe; brother, Larry Williamson, of Chillicothe and several nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by sister, Linda Ross and brother, Wayne Williamson.

     Barbara was a homemaker for her family.

     Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the WARE FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Bruce Hines officiating.  Burial will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens.  Visitation will be 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. prior to the service on Tuesday.

     You may sign her online register at www.warefh.com

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