Barbara Jean Giesike (Thiel), 67, of Washington passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 in New Haven.

Barbara, daughter of Walter "Butch" Thiel and wife Anna Marie (Huellinghoff) was born October 2, 1951 in Washington.

On December 30, 1972 she was united in marriage to William "Bill" Giesike III in Washington.

Barbara graduated from Cosmetology School and worked at Kathy's Beauty Salon. She also worked as a cook and waitress at her family's business, Old Dutch Tavern in downtown Washington until it was sold in the late 70's. In her spare time, she helped at Four Seasons Florist with weddings. She was very active in the community, providing private care for the elderly or anyone needing help.

Barbara enjoyed flower gardening at her home and fishing. She loved her dogs and working with horses.

Barbara was preceded in death by her father, Walter "Butch" Thiel.

She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Giesike III of Washington; three children, Rebecca Lingle and husband Brian, Chad Giesike and wife Jennifer, and Aaron Giesike and wife Dawn all of Washington; her mother, Anna Marie Thiel of Washington; one brother, Richard "Rick" Thiel and wife Karen of Marthasville; one sister, Joyce Johnson of Marthasville; six grandchildren, Hallie Giesike, William "Will" Lingle, Grayson Lingle, Harrison "Auggie" Lingle, Blake Giesike and Brooklyn Giesike; aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Franklin County Humane Society are preferred.