Barbara Jo Tansey

Barbara Jo (Johnson) Tansey Grand Ledge Barbara Jo (Johnson) Tansey, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 3. Barb was born in Canton, Ohio July 9, 1929 and moved with parents Clinton (Ole), Fern (Nana) and brothers Erwin, Stan and Bill to Grand Ledge when she was in the 6th grade. She graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1947 and briefly attended MSU before marrying her husband of 52 years, Robert (Bob), who preceded her in death. Barb is survived by her four children and their spouses, Bobbie, Jon and Terrilyn, Sheila, Peggy and Dan Mcleod, 5 granddaughters and two grandsons, many nieces, nephews and their families. Along with caring for her family, Barb served as a volunteer, President or officer in various community, school and golf organizations over the years. She also worked in sales at Knapp's and Sears. She enjoyed playing golf, and loved to cook. Barb had an enthusiastic and fun-loving personality, and will be missed by her family, friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends at Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, on Sunday, June 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church on Monday, June 7 at 1 p.m, with Reverend Fr. Greg Brown presiding. For those desiring, contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, PO Box 116, Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Online condolences at www.holihanatkin.com