Barbara Kilman
Obituary
Barbara Ann Kilman age 76 died Saturday, December 4, in St. John Medical Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, December 10, at 2:00 p.m. in Tulsa's Boston Avenue United Methodist Church Rose Chapel.
Mrs. Kilman was born on October 30, 1934 in Newport, Arkansas to Paul James and Opal (Rodgers) Jamison.
She was preceded in death by her parents and oldest son Kendall in 2001. His wife Nancy Kilman Devenuto MO, husband Frank and children, Ashley, Zachariah and Abigail reside in Salem, MO. Oldest grandson, Christopher, lives in Virginia.
She is also survived by son James and his wife Denise of Tulsa and grandchildren, Amy Dane and husband Greg, Renee and Darryl Kilman.
Sister, Mary Jane Robinson of Little Rock, AR, nieces and nephew Robert L Robinson, IV of El Dorado, AR, Ahron Couey of Austin, Tx and Mary Claire Roberts of Little Rock and their families.
Ann received undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Central Arkansas and taught middle school science and home economics in Conway schools for over 30 years.
Ann served as a foster parent for trouble kids and volunteered with Woodmen of the World youth programs after her own sons were grown.
She brought much life, laughter and love with her wherever she was and could be counted upon for brightly colored clothing, lipstick and accessories - lot's of purple and red.
Always a teacher, in her last days, she was teaching staff members at her home at Tulsa's Woodland Terrace how to "single stitch" crochet colorful satchels.
In lieu of flowers the request that donations be made in her name to the Boston Avenue Building Endowment Fund, 1301 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa, Oklahoma 74119.
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Tributes & Memories
Especially because he didn't have brothers or sisters or children of his own, my husband, Harry's friendship with Cousin Ann was most important to him. She introduced him to a boy down the street from her in Salem who told him about Purdue and its sciences and engineering, and going their is one one of he most influential things he did. When I listened to the two of them talk it was such fun hearing stories about the simplest of games that they really enjoyed, partly because I grew up in "a big city, Chicago."
The first time I met Ann was when I went to Tuckerman for Harry's Mother's funeral. Because there were no B&B's or motels in Tucerkman, I ended up sharing Harry's parents double bed with Ann, and it didn't even seem odd. A month later she came up to Detroit for Harry's and my wedding. We always enjoyed the gifts she chose for us (some of which she sewed) and talking on the phone about memories. Harry and I feel her loss even though we didn't have a chance to be too close. I was sorry not to be able to get down for the funeral service. Marty Bjorkman
Marty Bjorkman
James:
Theresa and myself send our deepest sympathy hearing about your mother. I have many fantastic memories of your mom during my junior and senior high school days. I would have discussions with Anne like if I was talking to my mom. She was considered my second mom to me. She told me once, that she could hear Kendall and myself talk about high school girls when I spent the night several times at the house. We talked right underneath the duct work vents. It was like talking into a microphone. Mom heard every word?
My prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless You. When I go by the old house, I think of all of you and mom, and Kendall. If there is anything, please let me know. Take care.
Tom Gerard
Tom Gerard
James and Family, Your Mom was one of a kind. She enjoyed life, people and places. I was fortunate to have her as a friend. She'll be missed by all that were lucky enough to get to know her. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Layne Hall
Just wanted to say what great memories I have of your Mom. Not only was she my homeroom teacher in 7th grade but she later put up mail with me at the UCA Post Office. During my first semester of teaching at Conway Middle School she shared the home ec lab with me so I would have an office. And then there was the pumpkin bread she baked and put in the teacher's lounge many mornings that semester! She was a great lady! I miss her! My thoughts and prayers are with your family!
Cindy Burnett Beckman
James, My prayers and thoughts go to you and your family. I know Ann will be missed. She was such a FUN person and always full of life. I taught many years with Ann in Conway. Keep all the good memories of your Mom in your heart and she will live with you forever.
Judy Austin