Barbara E. McMahan Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Barbara E. McMahan of Effingham, Illinois, whose life came to an end on January 15, 2025 at the age of 69, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James C. "Jim" Schlanser and Beulah F. Schlanser (Snack); her husband Scott A. McMahan; her brothers-in-law, Robert M. and David McMahan; her nephew Jonathan Wernsing; her niece Danyel Wernsing; and her great-nephew Hunter Barns.
She is survived by: her daughter April (Tom West) of Effingham; her sister Jeane Wernsing (Gerald) of Effingham; her niece Michelle Barns (Michael) of Altamont; her siblings-in-law, Steven (Debbie) of Louisville, KY, Patrick of Mascoutah, Tim of Louisville, KY, Todd of Effingham and Karen Randall (Tony) of Clarksville, TN; and her pet Bunny. She is also survived by her family and so many great friends.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 23rd 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bauer Funeral Home (1212 W Evergreen Ave, Effingham, IL 62401). A funeral service was held on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Hope for Horses or the Effingham County Humane Society.
