Barbara Bruser, 89, of Galena, IL, and formerly of Roselle, IL, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Midwest Senior Care Community. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. She was born on August 19, 1934, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Leslie and Helen (Hane) Ketchum. Barbara graduated from Leyden High School, Franklin Park, IL. She was united in marriage to Herbert Bruser on February 16, 1954, in River Grove, IL, and he preceded her in death on June 19, 2017. Barb worked in a real estate office for many years and then handled the bookkeeping for her husband’s automotive hardware business. She was an amateur photographer and, for many years, was in a camera club. She also enjoyed sewing, quilting, embroidery, making beaded jewelry, and going “antiquing.” Barb is survived by her daughter, Julie (Tom Saccomanno) Bruser. She was preceded in death by her parents and her only sibling, a brother Arthur. In memory of Barb, the family asks for donations to Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation or Safe Haven Humane Society, both of Elizabeth, IL, in her memory. The family wishes to thank the compassionate staff at Midwest Medical Center, Midwest Senior Care Community and Hospice of Dubuque, and especially Dr. Beth Gullone.