Barbara's journey through life was marked by love, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to her family. Barbara shared a remarkable bond with her high school sweetheart, John, to whom she was married for 38 years. Though life led them on separate paths for a time, fate reunited them, and their love endured stronger than ever.
Barbara's devotion to her family was unmatched. Her children and grandchildren were the center of her world, and she poured her heart and soul into ensuring their happiness and well-being. She delighted in creating cherished memories with them, whether it was spending time by the water in Port Huron and Marysville with her beloved husband John or embarking on joyful trips to Frankenmuth to experience the magic of Christmastime at Bronner's.
In her leisure time, Barbara found solace in the simple pleasures of life. She enjoyed the challenge of crossword puzzles and word searches, and her heart danced to the soulful melodies of Motown. One of her greatest joys was cruising down the open road in her beloved red convertible, the wind in her hair and a smile on her face.
Barbara's spirit was as radiant as her smile, and her kindness knew no bounds. She touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her genuine warmth and affection endeared her to many, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touched.
Barbara was the beloved wife of John Plotzke III. Loving mother of the late Rosalie DeDonatis, the late Santino DeDonatis III, Cheryl (Richard Vermeersch) Hayes, the late Michael DeDonatis, Charlotte Plotzke, and stepmother of Cindy (Dwayne) (Plotzke) Newcomb. Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Heather) Brown, Kenneth (Caitlyn) Plotzke, Christina (Randy) VanCleave, Cassandra (Jeremy) DeDonatis, Destiany (Ian) Plotzke, Cole DeDonatis, and Jason Whiteside II. Adored great-grandmother of Angel Peltier, Aiden DeDonatis, Violet Brown, Adrianna Binder, Jesse VanCleave, and Amelia Binder. Dear sister of Charlotte (the late Larry) Farhat, Peter Vicchione, the late Joseph (Mary) Vicchione, and Patrick (Alicia) Vicchione.
Visitation for Barbara will be held on Tuesday, February 27th from 3-8pm with a 7pm Funeral Service at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home, 30009 Hoover Road, Warren, MI.
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