Barbara Elaine Christiansen, 68, of Louisville, CO, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 at her home.
Barbara had worked at Macy's Department Store as a menswear specialist for twenty years. She retired in 2000. She had also owned her own side business called Seams Right, doing custom clothing and alterations. Barbara had a collection of over 300 stuffed Teddy Bears. She graduated from Riverview Gardens Senior High School in 1971. Barbara had lived in St. Louis, MO and Boulder/Louisville, CO.
She was born January 7, 1953 at St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Clarence E. and Mary E. (Dunn) Allen.
She is survived by three brothers - Everett E. Allen of Oregon City, OR, James M. Allen of St. Charles, MO and Donald W. Allen of Pierron, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother - David L. Allen.
Graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 18, 2021 at the Sunset Memorial Park in Du Quoin with Rev. Joe Wagner officiating.
Those attending the service are asked to go directly to the cemetery.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.