Barbara Flatt, age 76, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 16, 2018 with her family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Marlin Flatt; her beloved children, Connie (Doug) Koehn of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Joseph Flatt of Wilmington, Judy (Larry) Tierney of Peotone; brothers and sisters, Jim (Kathleen) Walsh, Carol O'Connor, Danny (Wendy) Walsh, Mary O'Neil, Cathy (Tom) Davis; one aunt, Gerry Schultz; grandchildren, Michele Koehn, Stephen (Stephanie) Koehn, Jackie King, Megan Flatt (Becca West), Emily Tierney and Sarah Tierney; Seven great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Donna (Bill) Chellios, Marian (Bob) Edmonson and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Francis and Evelyn Walsh; in laws Marvin and Margaret Flatt; brother-in-law John O'Neil; niece, Jennifer Walsh. Barbara was an avid cook and a loving friend. She was a dedicated employee to Galvez Restaurant, Satellite Music Network, Farm Services and retired from Ritchie Grain Elevator. She was very faithful servant to Christ and was an active member of St. Patricks Catholic Church in Wilton Center. Visitation for Barbara Flatt will be Tuesday, June 19, 2018, from 3-8:00 PM at Forsythe Gould Funeral Home. Funeral Service will begin with prayers at 9:45 AM, Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at the funeral home, then in procession to St. Patrick Catholic Church, 14936 West Wilmington-Peotone Road, Manhattan, for 10:30AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Mount St. Patrick Cemetery Wilton Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Barbara's name to Elim Christian School, Palos Heights would be most appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St. (Rt.52) Manhattan, IL 60442. 815-478-3321. www.forsythegouldfh.com