Barbara Hassall Wietecter of Kirkwood, MO died on Sunday March 6th.  She was a devoted wife and mother, a caring and giving friend, and a dedicated teacher.

She was born in St. Louis to Richard and Ontamenia Hassall.  She married Robert M. Hatfield in 1959 and they had one child Patricia Ann.  Upon Robert’s death she returned to South East Missouri State to finish her degree in early childhood education.  After graduation she returned to St. Louis and taught in both the Rockwood and Mehlville school districts; retiring in 2000.

Barbara married Boyd Francis Wietecter on August 16, 1969.  They enjoyed a long and joyful life together.  Barbara is preceded in death by her parents and both of her husbands.  She is survived by her daughter Patricia W. Hill (Doug), her grandchildren Ethan, Elliot, and Meredith Hill, and her siblings Ontie Grieble, Judy Gould and Richard Hassall.

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