Barbara A. Lozelle

Barbara A. Lozelle, born October 31, 1944, in Providence, RI, to William A. Ternes and Madlyn Ternes (nee Maiullo), passed away October 24, 2022, at Vitas Hospice. Barbara attended The Academy of Sacred Heart (now Grosse Pointe Academy), and after graduating High School in 1963, she enrolled in the nursing program at Wayne State University. Barbara also enjoyed taking art and drama classes through her young adult years. Barbara was also a past member of the prestigious Scarab Club Detroit. Barbara is predeceased by her loving husband and best friend of 53 years, William, and survived by their three sons William E. Jr (Kristie), Paul R. (Lisa), and Robert M. (Kathy), as well as their five grandchildren (Kaylana, Nicholas, Christian, Emily & Cayden and several nieces and nephews. She is also predeceased by her sister Lynn Crink (Robert) and survived by her sister Pattie Brixen (Roy). She is also survived by her brother-in-law James Lozelle (Gail). Together with her husband Bill, Barbara was a long-time resident of Grosse Pointe, MI. They loved to relay the story of how they met as members of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Bowling League. Bill and Barbara are also former members of The Old Club on Harsens Island in Michigan (where Barbara volunteered as the Club Photographer for many years). In addition, they were also members of the Lochmoor Club in Michigan. After College, Barbara became exceptionally skilled in stained glass artwork. Many of her friends and family possess one or more of her many beautiful creations. As a result, Barbara started a company called Barbie’s Window Magic. Barbara was born on Halloween, and she was known in her neighborhood for dressing up as Wanda the Witch (she would claim she was a witch since she was born on Halloween) and enjoyed interacting with children on this holiday. She had a massive witch collection. Her basement in Grosse Pointe was decorated with thousands of witches, and she would allow tours to come to view her unique display. Barbara was also known for her love of cats. After moving to Bonita Springs, FL, Barb, and Bill were active members of Barefoot Beach Club and Imperial Golf Club. Barbara found her favorite place on earth at Bonita Beach. She spent many hours collecting shells at the beach just steps from her back door. She loved hosting her friends and family at their beach condo and welcoming them with her buoyant personality and her famous spaghetti dinner. Barbara became a Doula in 2003 and loved being a caretaker and supporting women having babies. She also spent many volunteer hours at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. It was not uncommon for Barbara to be called upon to rescue wildlife in the Naples/Bonita Springs area. She would wrangle up Bill, and off they’d go to save a pelican or maybe a turtle and bring them to the Conservancy to be treated and rehabilitated. Barbara was a member of St. Leo Catholic Church in Bonita Springs, FL. She also supported Breast Cancer Research as a survivor herself. Bill and Barb supported and adopted their beloved ‘Boots” from the Humane Society of Naples. There will be a private service for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida von Arx Animal Hospital. To sign her guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit www.shikanyfuneralhome.com Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home, Family Owned Since 1978.

Barbara A. Lozelle

October 31, 1944 - October 24, 2022