Barbara Detrick Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Barbara Detrick, age 84 of Humboldt, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 7, 2017 at the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital in Humboldt. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 12:00 PM with Rev. Brian Danner celebrating. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Humboldt. Barbara Jean Detrick, the daughter of G. Lawrence and Bridget M. (Nolan) Smith, was born on March 18, 1933 in Goodell, Iowa. She attended schools in Wesley and graduated from Britt High School in 1950. Barbara was united in marriage to William D. Detrick in Wesley, Iowa. Barb worked as a Deputy Clerk of Court for Humboldt County for many years. Barb was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Humboldt. She enjoyed playing bingo, listening to polka music, had a deep love for her grandchildren and great grandchildren and mastered the skill of conversation. Barb is survived by her husband of 62 years, Bill Detrick of Humboldt; children Patty Van Dorin, Tom (Julie) Detrick of Humboldt and Pam (Roger) Conlon of Humboldt; seven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Terrence; parents; brother Joe Smith and sister Noreen Kelly.

Barbara Detrick

March 18, 1933 - October 7, 2017