Barbara Jane Koffman, 82, formerly of Ottumwa, died at 7:01 a.m. January 22, 2025 at Pine Acres Rehabilitation and Care Center in West Des Moines.
She was born July 10, 1942 in Columbus, OH to Elmer and Lucille Frances Knaack Bratten.
Barbara worked at Ottumwa Regional Health Center and then at Good Samaritan Nursing and Rehab Center.
Surviving is her sister, Paula (Jon) Larson of West Des Moines; her sister-in-law, Deborah Bratten of Ottumwa; as well as two nieces and three nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Bob Bratten; and a niece, Laurel Bratten.
Her body has been cremated. Private inurnment will be in Memorial Lawn Cemetery.
Reece Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
