Barbara Jean Espinosa, 83, passed away Oct. 15, 2025, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kan. She was born on Feb. 16, 1942, in Great Bend, Kan., to Melvin Clay and Frances Elizabeth (Jackson) Simpson. On May 9, 1972, she married Robert “Bob” Espinosa in Riverside County, Calif. He survives.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Barbara was a reflexologist and herbologist, owning and operating Specials Herbs and Vitamins. She also worked as a waitress at the Holiday Inn and other area restaurants. Barbara was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was a talented seamstress, enjoyed flower gardening, crafts, baking, fishing, and hunting. Barbara loved spending time with her friends and family, including her long-haired dachshund, Deliah.

Survivors include her husband of the home; so

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