Barbara Jean Kries Obituary

We bid farewell to Barbara Jean Kries of Washington Township, New Jersey, born in Belvidere, New Jersey, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 10, 2026 at the age of 91. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Jean Kries to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Milner and Laura Milner; her sister Marilyn Derr; and her husband Melville Kries Sr.. She is survived by: her children, Chip Kries (Jody) of Washington Township, Randy Kries (Kellye) of Washington Township and Melanie Deemer (Pete) of Washington Township; her grandchildren, Jason Kries (Kristen), Derek Kries (Joan), Kyle Kries (Nicole), Nicole Deemer Smith (Ron), Kayla Deemer, Colby Deemer (Juli) and Shane Deemer (Lexi); her great grandchildren, Logan, Olivia, Lilly, Gracie, Blake, Austin, Elijah, Eloise, Bailey, Zachary, Mason, Oakley, Tucker, Beau, Aaila and Levi; and her sister Carol Johnson. She is also survived by her family and fiercely loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.