Barbara J. Eastman

Barbara J. Eastman, 86, of Bradley, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born March 16, 1936 in Kankakee the daughter of George Sr. and Lucille (Jarvis) Lezotte. On November 13, 1955 she married Donald E. Eastman at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Kankakee. She was a crossing guard and school lunch server. Barbara enjoyed watching wrestling, making crafts, and shopping. Most of all she loved spending time with family and her grandchildren, who would bring the biggest smile to her face. Barbara is survived by her sons, Dean and Dee Eastman; daughters, Denise (Joseph) Hirt and Deanna (Kenny) Griffin; a sister, Carol Moody; seven grandchildren and many great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her twin brother, George; brother, Russell; and three sisters, Lois, Lynn, and Lil. Visitation will be held from 3pm until the memorial service at 4pm on Friday, January 13, 2023 at All Saints Cemetery, Bourbonnais in their Mausoleum with Deacon Pat Skelly officiating. Cremation Rites have been accorded.