Barbara L.

Haggard

Barbara L. Haggard, 75, of Port Byron, Illinois, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Services are Saturday, November 21, at Word of Life Church, Rock Island, beginning with a visitation from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. A memorial service will follow at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Tanner Payton officiating. The family will greet friends at a funeral luncheon at the church following services. Cremation will take place at Trimble Crematory, Moline, under the direction of Trimble Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the family for a fund to be established in Barb’s memory.

The former Barbara Louise Hornaday, lovingly called “Barbie Lou” by many growing up, was born July 14, 1951, in Centerville, Iowa, the daughter of Milford and Freda (Gordon) Hornaday. She graduated from Russell High School and married the love of her life, William “Bill” Haggard, on April 18, 1970, in Lineville, Iowa. Together, they built a beautiful life and shared more than 56 years of marriage.

Throughout her life, Barb wore many hats. She worked in intake at Bobb Chiropractic Center in Silvis for many years and also pursued her education in cosmetology. One of her proudest accomplishments, however, was the cake decorating business she operated with her sister, Rita, for several decades. Their creativity and shared passion made it a special part of her life.

A woman of strong faith, Barb was a devoted member of Word of Life Church in Rock Island. She had a passion for genealogy and family history (and wasn't shy about sharing it!), as well as photography. But nothing meant more to Barb than her family. She treasured every moment with those she loved and was especially proud of her grandchildren, Kylee and Konner, who brought her endless joy and made her so proud to be called “Zsa-Zsa”.

Barb is survived by her loving husband, Bill; her son, William “Mike” Haggard of Port Byron; her grandchildren, Kylee Geane (Kayla) Dwinal, and Konner (Madison) Haggard; siblings, Jan (Dean) Anderson of New Virginia, Iowa, Ruth Ewing of Winterset, Iowa, and Rita Hanson of Hampton, Illinois; and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Ricky Lynn Haggard; her granddaughter, Brenna Geane Haggard; brother, Steve Hornaday; and nephew, Chris Senn.

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