Barbara Krohn
January 19, 1933 - June 23, 2017
Obituary
Loving wife, mom and "Grammy", Barbara T. "Bobbie" Krohn, passed away on June 23, 2017. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on January 19, 1933, she was a graduate of Lasell College in Newton, Massachusetts. Bobbie married Jimmy Krohn of Saginaw, Michigan on August 7, 1955, and spent 55 peaceful and devoted years together. Continuing her passion and zest for life are her daughters: Kathy, Suzie (John), and Barby (Andy); and her grandchildren: Sarah, Annie, and Jeff. She is also survived by her beloved brothers: Sonny (Mary Emily) and Bud. Also surviving are Rich, Jeannie, brothers-in-law (Richard, Robert, and Charles), and her nieces and nephews. Bobbie adored her family, friends and community. She was active in the Junior League, Book and Garden Clubs; and an avid tennis, piano, bridge (especially with Jimmy!) player. Bobbie was a proud patriot, never missing an opportunity to honor our nation's veterans. Her vast collection of stars and stripes apparel appeared at every parade and 4th of July. She lived in Saginaw, Michigan and Longboat Key, Florida. FUNERAL: Private burial took place at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Field Neurosciences Institute, 4677 Towne Center, Suite 101, Saginaw Michigan, 48604, www.fni.org; or the Hospice at Jewish Social Service Agency www.jssa.org. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through deislerfuneralhome.com
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Peggy Curtin
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Kathy, Suzie and Barbie,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Your mom was one of a kind. When my husband and I traveled to Sarasota several years ago, Bobbie was our gracious hostess. Bobbie brought us to dinner at the Bird Key Yacht Club and she was our personal tour guide. I feel fortunate to have spent some time with her. Bobbie was fun-loving, kind and very generous...all qualities her daughters inherited.
I hope you find comfort in your countless fond memories of your mom. I know she and Jimmy are extremely proud of their "girls."
Best wishes,
Peggy "Margaret" Curtin
Wines Unlimited
Sales Rep Extraordinaire
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Robert
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When I visited Saginaw and stayed at Bobbie's home, she made me feel very comfortable. Especially with washing my dirty clothes. Bobbie was a good gift giver and I still use her knife. She was a good person
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sally purcell
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What a wonderful family and Bobbie and Jimmy set the tone. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sally and Paul Purcell
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kathy krohn
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Sharon Westlund
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Always a smile. No one was a stranger. Welcomed into their home and befriended by the family. What wonderful neighbors they were over the years as Ken & I went from newlyweds to new parents. Who better to guide us raising daughters than Bobbie & Jimmy. Their beautiful daughters! Doing well! Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!
And from Michigan to Florida across the miles we managed to keep in touch... And remembered how much it meant to us by that warm welcome from our neighbors on Benton Road. You are missed... And you set high standards & we honor them... Peace to each of you girls and your family's. THat was the best for them. You all and your families. Shared with a smile and pride...Sharon & Ken Westlund
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Charles Krohn
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Bobbie gave new meaning to the notion of kindness and hospitality.