Barbara W. Westgor was born January 18, 1950 in Windom, MN to Marta Leal Westgor and Wayne W. Westgor. Barbara attended Windom Elementary Schools and Windom High School, graduating in 1968. Barbara also attended Stephens College in Columbia, MO. Barbara was Baptized and Confirmed into the Christian faith. Barbara was a believer and was always living her faith and working to be a better Christian and person. Barbara worked for many years as the Office Manager and as a Realtor for Westgor and Associates in Windom, MN. Barbara was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd of Windom. In July of 1986, Barbara was married to Jim Thompson. Jim passed away in September of 1993. Barbara was full of love, joy, kindness, gentleness and generosity and shared those gifts. Barbara loved animals and birds of all kinds. She was always feeding them, adopting them, supporting them and caring for them. Also an amazing chef and hostess, Barbara knew any situation could be made better by food, good food, and more food. She enjoyed boating, fishing, kayaking, walking, gardening, flowers, reading, entertaining, cooking, fine wine and fine dining, especially with friends. Barbara was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, Wayne and Marta Leal Westgor, her paternal Grandparents, her maternal Grandparents and many Aunts and Uncles. Barbara is survived by Tony Ling, his son Adam and children; siblings, Jeff Westgor and wife Patrice and son, Bette Schiller and husband Bo and children, Jerry Westgor and wife Jo and son. Barbara is also survived by her friend/son Eric Hartman and family. Barbara is also survived by a large extended family and many good friends. Barbara passed on to the next journey on the morning of October 11, 2013. She was at home, at peace and among family and friends. Be Kind, Be Gentle, Be Happy! It is a brief trip - Enjoy! Blessed be the memory of Barbara Westgor. All memorials will be shared among Barbara's favorite charities.