Barbara Jo Tobler

Funeral Link: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/broadcasts/local-meeting-180668?lang=eng After a brief battle with pancreatic cancer, Barbara Jo Tobler passed away peacefully on July 24, 2024 in her home surrounded by her family. Born on November 17,1958 to Dorothy and Sidney Anderson in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, Barbara’s childhood included fond memories of summer canoe trips, lake excursions, and time with friends. At the age of 3, her family found the gospel of Jesus Christ, and she followed their example and became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She attended church in proximity to her future husband—Karl Tobler. She and Karl were acquainted as teenagers and dated years later as they attended Brigham Young University together. They were married on April 24, 1978 in the Salt Lake Temple. Barbara was a wonderful homemaker and loved teaching Love and Logic Parenting. She and Karl raised four children—Kenneth, Katie, Robert, and Laura—and she always strove to find opportunities for them to learn and grow in many areas. After her youngest was in school, Barbara was able to start her career with the Larry H. Miller Group. She was part-time at first, so she could still be home with her kids after school, and eventually transitioned into full-time work. She spent 28.5 years with the LHM Group—many as an executive assistant and office coordinator—where she made a lasting impact. Earlier this year, the LHM Group unveiled the Barbara Tobler Mailroom “in honor of one of our longest-tenured employees, who leaves an incredible mark on our organization and the Miller family.” The plaque outside the mailroom bears Barbara’s photo along with a quote that reads: “Enter to copy, go forth to love,” encapsulating the way she lived her life with her heart open. Barbara spent her life serving in the church in a broad range of callings, including Relief Society President, Stake Relief Society President, Gospel Doctrine Teacher, Young Women's Advisor, and (most recently) Ward Music Chairman and Choir Director. She also volunteered in the Draper Temple. Barbara developed many skills throughout her life, including watercolor, woodworking, cake decorating, gardening, interior design, home renovating, and teaching, and she was happy to share her talents with others—especially in compassionate service. She also enjoyed traveling around the world with her husband and daughter, Laura. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; her grandson, Peanut Tobler; and her daughter-in-law, Natalie Tobler. She is survived by her husband and four children; her brothers, Brian (Connie) Anderson and Ward (Karen) Anderson; her daughters-in-law, Haley and Jill; her son-in-law, Christopher Bryant; and 17 grandchildren. The family will be hosting a party to celebrate Barbara’s life on Monday, July 29 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. at 9226 S. Stone Ridge Circle in Sandy, UT 84093. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 31 from 9:00–11:00 a.m., with the funeral service starting at 11:00 a.m. at 2535 E Newcastle Dr. in Sandy, UT 84093. Internment will be held at the Sandy City cemetery following the service.

Barbara Jo Tobler

November 17, 1958 - July 24, 2024