Barbara Mae Palubicki (nee Krause), 89, of Muskego, Wisconsin died at Linden Grove Mukwonago on January 1, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. Barbara was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 22, 1936, to Henry and Sophia Krause, who both preceded her in death.

Barbara married Eugene (Gene) Palubicki on October 12, 1957. They both attended Messmer High School. Eugene died on June 28, 1984. Also preceding Barbara in death, was her sister, Therese.

Barbara is survived by her four children, Mark (Sharon), John (Sue), Mary (Jeff) and Gerard, four grandchildren, Amanda (Tony), Matthew (Sarah), Jeffrey, Emily, five great-grandchildren, Ethan, Addy, Emma, Leah and Leo. Further survived by Brother-In-Law Richard, nephew Tom (Lisa) and niece Mary Rose (Keith), great-nephews Anthony (Shannon) and Jeremy (Jamie), along with many other friends, neighbors and relatives.

Before moving to Muskego in 1972, Gene and Barb were involved with Cub Scout PACK 177 at Saint Agnes Church in Milwaukee. She then went on to be a CNA at Muskego Nursing Home, and later Tudor Oaks.

Barb was a member of St. Martin of Tours Church, Franklin, WI. For many years, Mom and Gerard were active in their meal program. She watched EWTN and prayed the Rosary often.

She was a big fan of Irish singer, Daniel O'Donnell.

She also enjoyed playing word games like Hangman, Jumbles and Scrabble.

Special thanks to cherished friends Lynette and Kathy for much love and spiritual support through the years.

Also, thanks to the staff at Linden Grove, Mukwonago. They were very helpful to our family in our time of need.

Finally, in recognition of Gerard, who provided many years of care and comfort for Mom, at great personal expense and sacrifice...may God always keep and bless you.

Atta Boy Gerard!

Visiting hours for Barbara will be held at Hartson Funeral Home (11111 W. Janesville Rd., Hales Corners WI, 53130) on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Martin of Tours (7963 S. 116th St., Franklin WI, 53132) on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Burial at St. Martin of Tours Cemetery will follow mass.