of Lake Jackson, TX
November 28, 1938 - January 6, 2021
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Barbara was born on November 28, 1938 to Reagan and Maurine Hicks. She graduated from Southwest Texas State College with a degree in Chemistry and moved to Lake Jackson in 1960. After raising her two daughters, she went back to college and then went to work at Dow Chemical. She worked at Dow as an electron microscopist for 22 years, retiring in 2001.
Barbara was an avid gardener and birder. Watching the birds in her beautiful yard and at local refuges was one of her favorite pastimes. Barbara was one of the first members of the Texas Master Naturalist Program Cradle of Texas Chapter, where she held many positions, including President. She gave lectures on butterfly gardening and helped create several gardens at schools in the area. She loved to help Ms. Ruby show local wildlife at the schools and libraries throughout Brazoria County.
Barbara loved to travel and enjoyed visiting many vineyards around the world with her friends in the Le Grande Cru. She was an active member of the Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Angleton, Texas and the Daughters of the King.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Dr. Reagan Hicks and her husband, Ellis Burkhardt.
She is survived by her daughters, Donna Peiser Trusty (Lee) and Sandy Peiser Courrier (Terry), her brother Dr. Mack Hicks (Julie), grandchildren Jennifer Trusty and Andrew Trusty (Elena), two great granddaughters, many cousins and friends.
A memorial service to celebrate Barbara's life will be held at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Angleton when it is again safe for all to gather. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barbara's memory to Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, Angleton or The Friends of Brazoria Wildlife Refuges.
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10 Condolence(s)
Laurel cole
Rockwall, TX
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Sincere sympathy to her family and friends.
Ralph & Suzanne Guerra
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
We were so sad to hear about Barbara's passing. She was a wonderful friend and an extraordinary microscopist. She will be remembered as a fun-loving, witty and thoughtful person. May she rest in peace.
Fran Beach
Angleton, TX
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Barbara was a very special and precious friend. She will be missed by many. I will always treasure the many wine get togethers we had when we wished we had become close friends many years before. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Lisa Madenjian
Lake Jackson, TX
Thursday, January 14, 2021
So very sorry to hear of Barbara's passing! We had so much fun over the years of Girls Night Out and spirited Christmas Ornament Exchanges! She was such a powerful, wonderful Lady! My deepest sympathies! You are in my prayers.
Linda & Bruce DeBolt
Pearland, TX
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
We are so sad to hear about your Mothers passing. She was such a passionate about gardening. I loved to pass things by her when I was with her. May she Rest In Peace. Gone, but not forgotten.
Cecilia & Paul Gabba
Lake Jackson, TX
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. May God send you peace and comfort.
Donna Box
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Rest in peace, Sister Princess.
Carmen Gonzalez
Clute, TX
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Jennifer, I am so sorry for your families loss. She was a beautiful outgoing person. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carmen Gonzalez (BCLS Staff)
Marcy Baker
Clute, TX
Monday, January 11, 2021
Barbara was a very special lady and I treasured her friendship. She will be greatly missed. We were waiting until the time when we could meet for breakfast and conversation again. My prayers of comfort go up for all the family.
Regina Johnson
Houston, TX
Monday, January 11, 2021
Barbara will be greatly missed by her friends and family. I have known her for over 40 years and will miss talking with her over a glass of wine. She was a fun, kind and generous person. My thoughts are with Donna and Sandy and their families.