Barbara Rose Lilly

Lansing

Age 66, our loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on December 6, 2017. She was born November 7, 1951 in Traverse City, MI to George and Alice (Brunson) Runion. She received her Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice and worked as a security officer for General Motors. Barbara enjoyed family camping trips, playing bingo at the county fair, spending time in Traverse City, and being around her beloved cats. She loved the time she spent with her children and her grandchildren. Her favorite family gatherings were Thanksgiving and the Super Bowl. Barbara was a good woman, and will be forever loved and missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by 3 sons, Michael (Christine) Runion, John Lilly, and Devin Lilly; 2 daughters, Irene Lilly and Tonia Lilly; brother, Rex Runion; 2 sisters, Betty Pealer and Bessie Runion; 11 grandchildren, Tina, Nikki, Ashley, Erica, Devin, Calshaun, Dede, T.J., Johnny, Carlito, and Taus; and many great-grandchildren. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, George and Alice Runion.

There will be private family services on a later date