Barbara Lynn Kipp (Middlestead), 72, of Medford, Oregon, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018 following a long period of failing health. She was born April 2, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of the late Lee Emma (Mayfield) and William G. Middlestead. Barbara and her husband, Jerry moved to Oregon in 1987 and thoroughly enjoyed their life in the country with dogs, chickens, goats and sheep. Barbara had a great love for her family and will be remembered for her lovely sense of humor and quiet, easy-going manner. Barbara was a member of Grace Bible Church in Talent, Ore., and was a very active and much-loved member and leader of many Bible study groups. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerald Kipp, of Medford; four daughters, Stacy Nawoj of New Hampton, N.H., Anna Tillman of Roseville, Calif., Sherry Larson of Costa Mesa, Calif., and Cecilia (and Mike) Koonce of Magnolia, Texas. She leaves behind eight grandchildren, Crissy Kelly, Justin Morris, Nicholas Pistilli, Eric Matthews, Michael Pistilli, Adam Tillman, Zachary Morel, and Jacob Morel; as well as four great grandchildren. Calling hours will be held Wednesday, May 16, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Perl Funeral Home, 2100 Siskiyou Blvd., Medford, OR. Graveside service is 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 17 at the same location. Perl Funeral Home & Siskiyou Memorial Park 2100 Siskiyou Blvd Medford, OR 97504 Graveside Service Thursday, May 17, 2018 11:00 AM Perl Funeral Home & Siskiyou Memorial Park 2100 Siskiyou Blvd Medford, Oregon- 97504 Funeral Service 2100 Siskiyou Blvd Medford, Oregon 97504 United States