Barbara Jane Welken Obituary
In loving memory of Barbara Jane Welken (Valley City, North Dakota), who departed this world on June 2, 2025 at the age of 93. Barbara Jane leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Jane Welken to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Bowman and Helena Bowman (Olsberg); her husband Ralph Welken; her siblings, Shannon Duane Bowman (Vivian), Beverly Nelson (Elwood) and Enid Roxton (Clifford); and her nephew Shannon Bowman.
She is survived by: her children, Karen Chaprnka (Bob), Wayne Welken (Laurie) of Windsor, CO and Jane Butzer (Andy) of Center City, MN; her grandchildren, Crista Ulteig, Tyler Welken (Lizzie), Alison Welken, Bryce Butzer (Marin), Emma Ashenmacher (George) and Anya Oak (Quillan); and her great grandchildren, Abra, Joie, Maude and Walker.
Memorials may be directed to Zion Free Lutheran Church and Alzheimer's Association.
