Barbara M. Rueth, 66, of Loyal, WI died Wednesday, August 6, 2025 in Holcombe at her camper where she loved to be.

                Barbara was born June 17, 1959 in Chippewa Falls, the daughter of Gordon and Marie (Simon) Pederson. She was a Kwik Trip manager in Loyal most of her career. She loved to camp, spend time with her family and friends, and Christmas was her favorite holiday.

                Barbara is survived by two sons, Kyle (Katie) Rueth and Zachary Rueth both of Marshfield; two brothers, James (Kim) Pederson of Cadott and David (Angie) Pederson of Colorado Springs, CO; five sisters, Cheryl (Bill) Fehr of Chippewa Falls, Kathy Pederson of St. Cloud, MN, Brenda (Dan) Swan of Waupaca, Patty Hoover of Stanley and Mary (Tom) McIllquham of Eau Claire; 5 grandchildren, Luna and Aisley, Jack, Lukas and Skylar; and multiple nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends..

                Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Steve Pederson.

                A Celebration of Life will be held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., Thursday, August 28 at the Loyal American Legion, 302 N. Union Street, Loyal, WI, 54446. 

                A graveside service will take place on Friday, August 29, at 10:30 a.m. at Forest Hill Cemetery in Chippewa Falls.