Barbara Lynn Probst, 75, of Owatonna, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.

She was born on July 11th, 1949 at Naval Station Annapolis in Maryland, the daughter of Leonard and JoyBelle (Carkhuff) Yilek . Barb grew up in various locations, including Cuba and Iceland, as her family moved with her dad during his time in the military. She graduated from Tama-Toledo High School in 1967.

She was employed at various places, including Wells Fargo, Courage Kenney, Ritchie Bros. and also spent time as a real estate agent. She enjoyed being able to talk to people.

On August 20th, 2005, she was united in marriage to Daryl Probst. Together they enjoyed date nights, visiting antique stores, watching Hawkeye and Vikings games and going to the Kernel Restaurant. Barb loved her grandchildren fiercely and made an effort to attend all of their big events and had them come stay for a week each summer when they were young.

Barb was a dedicated sports fan and watched lots of football and basketball to follow her favorite players, including Luka Garza and Caitlin Clark. She was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes fan, especially after her son attended the University of Iowa. She enjoyed tailgating and was always decked out in Hawkeye gear! Due to her love of the Hawkeyes, please feel free to wear your favorite Hawkeye apparel in her honor.

Barb is survived by her husband of 19 years, Daryl Probst of Owatonna, and his daughter, Jodi (and Tom) Goettl of Owatonna; daughter-in-law, Gina (and Nolan) Hemmer of Cascade, IA; grandchildren, Tessa, Tyson, and Keely; Daryl's grandchildren Rileigh and Isaac and great-grandchildren, Paisley and Walker; siblings Sam (and Keith) Lazar, Tammy (and Rick) Nickell and Joe (and Dianne) Yilek.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents and son, Jason Hill.

Funeral services will be held at Michaelson Funeral Home on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11AM with a visitation starting one hour prior to the service. Memorials are preferred to the Owatonna Humane Society or donor's choice.