Death Notice

Barbara Lee Wittman

February 08, 1945 - September 15, 2012

Barbara Lee (Brown, Gale) Wittman, age 67, passed away on September 15, 2012 surrounded by her family.

Barbara was born in Saginaw, MI on February 8, 1945 to the late Wally and Leona Brown. Barbara attended parochial schools in Saginaw, Marywood Academy in Grand Rapids, and graduated from St. Mary’s Cathedral High School in 1963. She started her business career at Michigan Bell Telephone/Ameritech in Saginaw and later transferred to the Detroit area, retiring in 1995. Barb adored her family, loved to garden and was crazy about reading.

She is survived by her three daughters, Deborah Gale of Tampa, FL, Pamela (Stuart) Riley, of Brighton, MI; Lisa (Matt) Markwardt of Plymouth, MI; grandchildren, Ashley Gale; Matthew and Madison Markwardt; Aidan and Sheldon Riley; sister, Patricia Wood of Oldsmar, FL; niece, Angelique Wood as well as extended family and friends.

Friends may gather at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 600 E. Main St., Brighton on Tuesday, September 18 from 4-6 PM, with a rosary at 6 PM. The Rev. Fr. James Mangan to officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Brighton District Library or Novi Public Library.

For further information please phone, 810.229.2905

Condolences:

I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of Barbara. My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie, Pam, Lisa and all of her grandchildren.

Terry Nowak

I am very sorry and our prayers are with you and your family. Love you all Angie, Zack, Alex and Maggie

Angie Mills

Sorry to hear about Barbs passing,we where friends in school,she was a wonderful person.

Sharon(Gulvas) Krenz

With deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. Sara & John Walczykiewicz

Sara Walczykiewicz

I was not lucky enough to know Barbara but she must be a wonderful person because she raised a wonderful daughter. I have the pleasure of working with Lisa and think the world of her. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Sharon Sparks

You and your family are in my prayers. We miss you and hope you will let us know how we can help. Dana

Dana Ludwig

Lisa, Matt and family I am sorry for your loss. I wish I could of attended. She will be in my prayers.

nicole mancini

Debbie, Lisa, Pam and family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She was a wonderful friend and we shared many fun times, when we were so young. We were close when you kids were small. Duane and I loved spending time with her and your dad and you darling girls. Know we are thinking about all of you at this time of your loss. Our love to all of you!!! Duane and Karen Solek and family.

karen solek