Barbara Ann Burgener

July 28, 1939 ~ January 18, 2026

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Barbara Ann Burgener, 86 years old, of Vero Beach, FL passed away January 18, 2026.

She was born in Decatur, Illinois on July 28, 1939, to the parents of Wilbur L. & Dorothy May Ward. Prior to living in her current residence of Vero Beach she lived in Lehigh Acres, FL for 40 years. She was married to Phillip Burgener on January 12, 1968, until his passing on February 10, 2019.

She is survived by her children Melinda Maner; Bob Burgener; Sue Fortunato; Dennis Burgener; & Paul Burgener; 16 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Phillip Burgener; son Rodney Burgener; son Donald Merrill; parents Max & Dorothy Millington and Mr. & Mrs. Wilbur Ward; brother Jerry Ward; brother Wilbur Ward; brother William Ward.

Arrangements are under the direction of Millennium Cremation Service. Condolences may be shared online at www.millenniumcremationservice.com.

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Paul Burgener

January 26, 2026, 9:50 pm

Funeral mass arrangements: Saturday February 7th, 12pm (noon), St Helens Catholic Church (2085 Tallahasse Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960).

Kathy Phinney Shubert

January 26, 2026, 11:55 pm

Condolences to the entire Burgener Family. What great memories we have being at the Burgener home. Barb and Phil welcomed all of us and we had so much fun! Hugs to you all!

Susan M Payne

January 26, 2026, 11:57 pm

She was a wonderful woman. She treated her kid’s friends as her own. She was fun and her laughter could fill a stadium. She loved with her hugs and smile. She will be truly missed.

Arline Buholz

January 26, 2026, 11:58 pm

May you rest in peace Barb. My sincere condolences to the entire family.

JoAnn Hernandez

January 27, 2026, 5:08 pm

What a legacy your mom has left . My condolences on you and your families loss . Rest in peace mama.

Lori Brown

January 30, 2026, 9:11 pm

Sending love and sympathy to you all. I remember Aunt Barb and her joyful sense of humor–I’ve missed our family picnics together for years!

John Tanner

February 1, 2026, 5:07 pm

Condolences, Paul. Sounds like she lived an incredibly blessed life and leaves a family tree to pass on the values we see present in you brother ✝️

Vinnie Rahal

February 2, 2026, 12:12 am

I did not know Mrs. Burgener personally but I know she had to be loving, giving, caring, and compassionate because I know her son Paul and the fruit does not fall far from the tree. May she rest in the Kingdom of Heaven, may the Peace of the Lord rest upon the family and may her memory be eternally within them.

Dena Karnehm

February 3, 2026, 12:14 am

Dear Paul,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing on. May you remember all the wonderful memories until we all meet again in the huge reunion with our Lord someday. Praying for you & Patti & the family as you go through this difficult time. May you feel God’s Love & remember His promises of eternal life. With deep Sympathy, Dena Karnehm

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