Niagara- Barbara Ann Kowalski, 84, of Niagara, Wis., passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Dickinson County Healthcare System, Iron Mountain, Mich. She was born February 5, 1937, in Niagara, Wis., daughter of the late Fred and Buella (Whaley) Petersen. Barb was a lifelong resident of Niagara and graduated from Niagara High School, class of 1955. She married Robert Kowalski on July 3, 1955, in Niagara. Barbara worked at Maryhill Manor in her earlier years as a nurse's aide and was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church., Niagara. She enjoyed baking, making cookies at Christmas time, and distributing her baked goods to many friends in the area. Barb loved collecting cookbooks and trying new recipes, which she would then share with her many friends. She loved planting a garden, canning and was an avid reader, having read thousands of books. Barb would also collect pop can tops and donate them to area fundraisers. She will be missed by her family and many friends. They will always remember her visiting and her gift to socialize. Survivors include her loving husband of 65 years, Robert Kowalski; three sons, Michael (Audrey) Kowalski, Florida, Steven (Felicia) Kowalski, Ohio and John (Angela) Kowalski, Quinessec, Mich.; two daughters, Buffy (Patrick) Kelly, Niagara, and Kris (Steve) McGrath, Sherwood, Wis.; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded by one brother, Alan Gerald Petersen. Visitation will be Saturday, August 7, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home-Niagara Chapel, Niagara, Wis. Prayers will be recited at 11:00 a.m. Deacon Jerry Nardi will officiate. A celebration of Barbara's life will take place Saturday, August 7, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Pit Stop in Niagara, Wis. You may leave a condolence or tribute for Barb's family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com. The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services-Niagara Chapel, Niagara, Wis., to honor Barb's legacy of life.