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Barbara Lytle Obituary
Barbara (Babs) passed away peacefully in Toronto, Canada, on June 14, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Springfield Ohio, to Elmer and Cora Stewart, Dec 13, 1932, she graduated from Catholic Central High School, to a career as a secretary at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. Barbara was a devoted wife to acclaimed musician Johnny Dillard (Dilly) Lytle (deceased), a loving mother to Marcel (Butch) Lytle of Marietta Georgia (deceased), Michael Lamont Lytle (D'Arcy McLenaghen) of Toronto, Canada, and Ayo Michelle Hagans (Samuel Hagans) of Augusta Georgia. Babs was a proud and loving grandmother to Takira Lytle (Han Zhang) NY; Jonathon Lytle, CA; Angelica Hagans GA; Mariah Hagans, GA, and Mason Hagans OH; and to her great grandchildren, in whom she absolutely delighted: A'Drion, Ja'Zye, A'Nasia, London, Mason Jr., Makai, Venyah, Prince, Inico, Kaysen, Kymorra and Jean Kaia. She also held a special place in her heart for her honorary "son" Willie Young Jr. of San Francisco, CA.
A passionate bowler, Barbara delighted in the joy and camaraderie the sport brought into her life, whether competing or cheering from the sidelines, and she cherished the friendships and memories forged along the way. Barbara was a longtime member of the congregation at Mount Zion Baptist Church, and spoke fondly of attending services there, long after moving to Canada to live with her son Michael & family.
Babs never met a stranger. She charmed everyone she met with her radiant smile, her kindness, joy and infectious laughter, lighting up any room she entered, and leaving a lasting impression of warmth. She found deep fulfillment in the company of family and friends and embraced life with open arms. Babs is lovingly remembered by her children, her grandchildren, her great grandchildren and the many friends she gathered along the way. We will miss her.
A celebration of life will be held in Springfield Ohio at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 1171 South Yellow Springs Street, on Saturday July 12, 2025, with a family & friends gathering beginning at 11:00 a.m., and a service beginning at 12pm (noon)
Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Teresia Simmons
July 13, 2025
Thank you I Auntie Barbara for your wonderful smile and loving spirit. Say hello to Momma as you join her in Heaven. Laughing, talking, bowling and enjoying is what you can look forward try an eternity. Love you .
Yolanda Wilkerson
July 11, 2025
Growing up beside the Lytles was pure bliss. Our neighborhood transformed into one big family, and the kids became like cousins, sharing countless adventures. Mrs. Lytle's warm smile was a constant presence throughout our childhood, a beacon of kindness and warmth. Her gentle spirit was inspiring - I never once heard her utter a harsh word or raise her voice. I was sitting outside in 2022, and happened to see Mrs Lytle and Michael pull up. Reminiscing of the place that was once her home. So glad I was able to see her while in town. The love and loss felt by those who knew her will be deeply felt now that she's gone. May she rest in eternal peace
The Wilkerson Family.
Michelle and Bryan Howard
July 2, 2025
Ms. Lytle was always a joy to be around. I never saw her in a foul mood. Her smile lit up the room and made you smile, even if you didn't want to. Since her move I have missed our chats about LeBron, her laughter and nurturing spirit.
Family, know that our prayers are with you all as you move on through this journey. Until our energies meet again, watch over us.
Ms. Hope Strodes & Family
July 2, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Kele Compton
June 30, 2025
To Michelle and Family I'm so sorry for your loss. Ms Lytle was like another mom to me.
Ronnette Langhorne
June 30, 2025
Aunt Barbara (Babs), thank you for all the summers I spent at your house. Thank you for the time you spent with me. The memories I will cherish forever. I always looked forward to coming home to Ohio because I knew I was going to stay at your house with Uncle Dilly, Grandma Cora, and Michelle.
I am forever grateful for the time and simple life lessons you taught me over the years. Your bright smile would light up the room. I know when you got to heaven, everyone was there to greet you. The now you get to bowl all day long.
To my loving cousins, Michael & Michelle, thank you for sharing your beautiful mother with me. We are sending my love to you. I pray that Gods love provides you with comfort & strength.
Love you,
Uncle Ronald, Ronnette, Jami, & Carrie
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12
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11:00 a.m.
Mount Zion Baptist Church
1171 South Yellow Springs Street, Springfield, OH
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12
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12:00 p.m.
Mount Zion Baptist Church
1171 South Yellow Springs Street, Springfield, OH
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