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Friday, July 31, 2026
9:30 - 10:00 am (Eastern time)
GARBACZ, Barbara Ann; of Clarkston. Passed away on July 8, 2026, at the age of 84. Reunited with her loving husband Larry Garbacz. Mother of Caryn (Brad Collier) Finch-Collier and Marc (Jenni) Finch. Grandmother of Damyon, Matthew, Vanessa, Nick, LéEssa, MacKenzie, Holly, Nathan, and Brian; Great Grandmother of 20; Sister of Bonnie Cook; also survived Amanda, the Late Joey and by many other nieces and nephews; Preceded in death by her husband and her parents Donald and Mildred MacCullough.
Barbara graduated from Royal Oak Dondero High in 1960. She worked for over 30 years with Valenite. After retirement she worked as a Certified Health Unit Coordinator at Bi County Hospital and St. John’s Hospital. Barbara enjoyed going boating on the lake and relaxing. She loved playing games at family game night, playing cards, and bowling. Anyone who met her knows she loves fashion. Barbara was a long time member of Lakepoint Community Church in Oxford, where she participated in the Veterans Ministry and attended various Bible Studies
Cremation Services have taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston. A Cemetery Service will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery on Friday, July 31st at 9:30am. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation towards your favorite charity organization in Barbara’s name. Please consider leaving a memory or condolence on Barbara’s online guestbook below.
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