Barbara Ann Rehling

REHLING, BATES

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 3/6/2017 at 16:27:59

Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ, March 5, 2017

Barbara Ann Rehling, 91, of Surprise, Arizona, passed away on February 3, 2017 in her home after an extended illness. She was attended by family who honored her memory on February 12 in Surprise. Barbara known to family and friends as Ann and was married to Charles G. Rehling, who preceded her in death in 2005. They had five children, Barbara Noyes (Mrs. Michael Noyes) of Pleasant Valley, Iowa, Charles G. Rehling II (Julie) of Phoenix, Nancy E. Wright (Mrs. Christopher Wright) of Surprise, John H. Rehling (Kathy) of Phoenix and Sam Rehling of Surprise. In addition Ann was blessed with ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Ann was born to Howard and Ruth McClure Bates in Davenport, Iowa, in 1925.She was known for her affable nature, great sense of humor and love of dogs. She was a former member of the Music Lovers Club and PEO Chapter FJ as well as several volunteer organizations. She and Chuck retired to Arizona in 1993.