Barbara L. Toliver

Bobbie D. Toliver passed away May 25, 2020 at a local hospital due to coronavirus related complications.

Barbara L. Toliver passed away November 18, 2021 at Happy Siesta Care Center in Remsen, Iowa.

Bobbie was born on March 1, 1935 in Crawford, Nebraska to Howard and Maxine (Dyer) Toliver. Bobbie graduated from Crawford High School in 1953 where he excelled in the sports of baseball, football, and track. After High School he enlisted in the U. S. Navy, serving from 1954 to 1958, he was stationed in San Diego, California. Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, he attended Business College in Rapid city, South Dakota, graduating in 1959.

Barbara was born on March 13, 1935 in Yuma, Colorado to LeMoine (Lee) and Waneta (Westfall) Holcomb. The family moved to Kadoka, South Dakota where she grew up on a cattle ranch. Barbara was the Drum Majorette in her senior year and was a baton twirler throughout her high school years. After graduation she attended Business College in Rapid City, South Dakota, graduating in 1959.

Barbara and Bobbie were united in marriage on March 31, 1956 in Hot Springs, South Dakota. To this union five children were born, Cheryl, Debra, Douglas, Scott, and Gregory.

The couple took on their favorite role as parents sharing their love of the great outdoors with camping and fishing adventures. Their children were at the center of their lives never missing a sporting event or activity they were involved in. 

Barbara and Bobbie shared their passion of golf with their children and grandchildren - a gift many use to this day.The couple loved to travel with friends and family using their time to share and always looked forward to a new adventure.

In addition to other jobs, Bobbie and Barbara owned and operated Toliver Sales & Service for many years. Although semi-retired, the couple always found time to volunteer within their community and pursue other hobbies. Barbara was an accomplished seamstress and ceramic’s artist. She was active in her church’s quilting circle and delivered Meals on Wheels. Bobbie was active in the American Legion Nash Post #140, and Alcoholics Anonymous where he was a speaker, mentor, and advocated for those seeking sobriety. Both were active members of First Lutheran church in Kingsley, Iowa.

Survivors include five children, Cheryl (Kevin) Ransom of Denison, IA, Debra (Darrell) Leigh of Sioux City, IA, Douglas Toliver of Sac City, IA, Scott (Ann) Toliver of Kingsley, IA, and Gregory (Debbie) Toliver of Spirit Lake, IA. 16 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren, sister, LaVonna (John) Starks of Midland, TX, Patty (Mike) Grove of Kadoka, SD, and 6 nieces and nephews.

They were preceded in death by their parents, and daughter-in-law, Kim Toliver.

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to all staff at Happy Siesta Health Care Center for taking care of Barbara for the last 18 months. God Bless you. </p