Barbara Ann Braxdale

Barbara Ann Braxdale, 80, of Nampa, Idaho, and formerly of Burley, Idaho, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, at Wellsprings Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Nampa.

She was born November 8, 1943, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Barb was a beloved Girl Scouts of America leader and a dedicated community member who touched the lives of many.

Barb had a heart of gold and was ready to help when she was needed. As a Senior Girl Scout Troop Leader she helped her troop camp explore careers and provide community service. She cared deeply about others and tried to help them accomplish their goals.

Barb’s passion for Girl Scouting led her to work for the Midland Empire Girl Scout Council in St Joseph, Missouri, for many years before retiring and relocating to Burley, Idaho. In addition to her dedication to Girl Scouting, Barb was an avid reader and an active member of her community, volunteering her time to help those around her.

She was known as “Bob” at Camp Woodland and she mentored girls throughout their camp experience. She served as a camp director and mentor for many summers and provided a special place for girls to experience the outdoors. Her Camp Woodland songbook was legendary!

Barb is survived by her dear friend, Dr. Leanna Hoffman; a sister, Janet Hurst; one nephew, Timothy Hurst; her niece, Amanda Treadwell; and a great-nephew, Malcolm Treadwell. She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Jane Flakne; her father, Ernest Braxdale; and her stepfather, Louis Flakne.

Barb will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her kindness and dedication to others will always be cherished by those whose lives she touched.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.