Barbara Ann Lietzke

Barbara Ann Lietzke obituary, Eaton Rapids, MI

Barbara Ann Lietzke

Barbara Lietzke Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Skinner Funeral Home - Lansing on Nov. 29, 2023.

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Barbara Ann Lietzke
Eaton Rapids
Passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023 at the age of 85. Born July 9, 1938 in Jackson, Michigan and raised by her adopted parents, Robert and Arlene (Norten) Penner. Barbara worked for Oldsmobile where she later retired. She was quite artistic and enjoyed working with ceramics and stained glass. She also loved being outdoors where she could garden and spend time with her Pomeranian dog, Ty. Barbara will be dearly missed by all who remember her. Preceding her in death were her husband, Vernon Lietzke; son, Craig Stott; sister, Beverly and her parents.
Surviving are her daughter, Michelle (Bob) McDonald; step-daughters, Amy (Charlie) Wilson, Lori (Kevin) Buchtel; daughter-in-law, Lauri Stott; grandchildren, Jordan (Patrick) English, Ross McDonald, Bridget (John) Cecil, David (Alicia Firstbrook-Stott) Stott, Kelly Stott; step-grandchildren, Jordan, Ross, Lindsay, Aubrey, Madeline, William as well as many extended family and friends.
A grave side memorial service will be held in the Spring of 2024. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com
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