Barbara Ann Pawlecki, 76, of Pemberville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Otterbein of Pemberville. She was born on December 31, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Roger and Jeanette (Thatcher) Bowman. She was a 1964 graduate of Clay High School and also crowned Miss Oregon, OH in 1964. Barbara was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She was an avid collector of vintage items, always looking for a deal. She enjoyed camping, vacations at the beach, crafts, and spending time with her family and friends.

Barbara is survived by her current husband, Roy Hill; sons, Brian (Kim) Pawlecki; Jon (Shelly) Pawlecki; daughter, Julie (Joe) Veryser; grandchildren, Jonathan, Jake, Lauren (Ben), Trent (Katherine), Alyssa, Logan, Kelly; and great-granddaughter, Addison. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, David; brother, John Bowman; and granddaughter, Emily.

The family will receive friends at the Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home, Millbury Chapel, 1111 Woodville Road Tuesday, January 10, 2023 from 2:00 pm until time of funeral service at 7:00 pm. Private Interment: Ottawa Hills Memorial Park.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their excellent care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio (www.hospicenwo.org).