Barbara Ann Malesenka

Barbara Ann Malesenka, 79, passed away in Aurora, CO on January 20, 2020 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Her devotion to family, friends and a firm belief in God supported her through this time and ultimately gave her peace. Barbara is survived by her husband, Bill Sr. who now resides in Aurora, CO; her son Bill Jr.; her grandchildren Haley and William III; her sister, Joan; and brothers Ervin and Virgil. Barbara was born to Fred and Estelle Leedstrom, in Jacksonville, FL on October 25, 1940 and she was raised in Carnegie, PA. On June 11, 1966, Barbara married her loving husband, William J. Malesenka Sr. They enjoyed 53 years together and had one child. She spent much of her adult life in Florida where her passion to help others culminated in a Nursing degree; she ultimately became a Registered Nurse (R.N.) at Orange Park Hospital in Orange Park, FL. After retirement, Barbara and her husband split their time between Carnegie and Satellite Beach, FL in order to enjoy time with family and friends. Barbara was cremated at All States Cremation on January 29, 2020. Her desires were to forgo a funeral/burial, and to patiently wait for her loving husband while he continues to care for his earthly family and friends. When the time comes, the couple will be buried together in a National Cemetery. The family gratefully declines flowers, however donations can be made to a pancreatic cancer or Alzheimer’s charity of your choice. Prayers, condolences and memories are gladly accepted here.