Barbara Brake Obituary
The memory of Barbara Brake of Seneca, Missouri, who passed away on December 8, 2025 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Austin Edward and Arlene Von Stiers; her husband Dennis Leroy Brake; her children, Cari Lynn Brake Ryan and Denny Douglas Brake; and her siblings, Bud Von Stiers, Betty Semen and Jewell Bretches.
She is survived by: her children, Gordon Brake (Lou Ann) and Angela Howe (Dan); and her grandchildren, Maria Ryan McNeal, Amanda Howe, Alissa Gurley (Billy), Dennis Brandall Brake (Stacia) and Tory Brake (Mindi). She is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; 1great-great grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Racine Apostolic Church (12939 State Rte K, Racine, MO 64850). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Burkhart Cemetery (7122 Juniper Dr, Neosho, MO 64850).