Barbara J. Pumroy, 86 of Kouts, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025. She was born September 13, 1939, at home in Kouts to the late Herbert and Thelma (Hyatte) Haman. Barb graduated from Kouts High School in 1957, and proudly made her career as a farmer with her husband, Russ, at Pumroy Farms. Barb was a tough farm girl and farm wife, who could whip up a delicious meal from scratch and deliver those homemade meals to the field for her husband and friends. She was a talented seamstress, tidy homemaker, and selfless caregiver for others. Barb was a devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday School for over 30 years. She also volunteered to deliver Meals on Wheels for the Visiting Nurse Association for 30 years. Barb will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
On June 29, 1957, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Kouts, Barbara married Charles “Russ” Pumroy, who preceded her in death in 2023. She is survived by their children: Scott (JoAnn) Pumroy of Sycamore, IL, Lisa (Doug) DeFries of Kouts, and Dina Mueller of Kouts; grandchildren: Krystina (Coleman Metz) Bakaturski, Ryan (Kerith Woodyard) Pumroy, Danielle DeFries, Dr. Nicole DeFries, and Russell (Liz) Mueller; great-grandchildren: Lucas, Addyson, and Ellie Bakaturski; brothers: Harold Haman, Melvin (Barb) Haman, Fred (Carol) Haman; sister-in-law, Chris Haman; and brother-in-law, Fred (Mary) Pumroy. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Michael Carlson; brother, Paul Richard “Dick” Haman; and sister-in-law, Marlene Haman.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 507 S. Rose Ave., Kouts, with a funeral service beginning at 12:00 p.m., Pastor Brian Westgate officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 547, Kouts, IN 46347, the Kouts Memorial Scholarship (Pumroy Family), P.O. Box 699, Kouts, IN 46347, or VNA Meals on Wheels, 501 Marquette St., Valparaiso, IN 46383. Click here to watch the recorded funeral service.
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We are so sorry for your loss! We rejoice that Heaven has such a new beautiful soul and Russ and Barb ate together again! prayers for peace and comfort! -Julie & Bill Kumanchik
To the family of Barb, Our deepest thoughts and prayers , Mom (Marcia) Is deep into dementia however she remembers Your mom as one of her best friends. I to have very fond memories of your mom, So Dad and mom are together in our Lords arms, Love and Hugs. -Janet (Krug) Sauerwein
Scott, we are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Prayers for peace and comfort for you and all who love her. -Kirk and Paula Bennington
Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. Your mother will forever remain in my heart and memories. Be Blessed, -Chalonda Ferguson
