Barbara
Barbara J. Fuller
Barb passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, in Otsego.
She was born on April 9, 1948, in Plainwell, the daughter of Loren and Berniece (Boerman) Burchett. As a young woman Barb worked at Kalamazoo Savings and Loan until she started her family. After raising her children, she worked as the hygiene coordinator at Richland Dental until her retirement in 2007. Barb was also a licensed insurance agent and with her husband, owned and operated the Bob Fuller Agency.
In her free time Barb loved being outdoors, gardening, hiking, camping, doing crafts, antiquing, and traveling with her friends. She had been a cub scout and den mother for her son Garrett when he was younger. Barb was happiest when surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren. She was active at the First Congregational Church where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. On November 22, 1968, at Otsego Church of God she married Robert Fuller who survives.
Also surviving are her children, Garrett Fuller of Kalamazoo and Dana (Andrew) Switzer of North Carolina; grandchildren, Michael, Jonathan and Audrey; sister, Sandy Morey; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Diane Glessner and Kathy Meert. A special thank you for Connie Rose who was the most amazing caregiver and friend for Barb and the family.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Danny and Stanley.
Friends may meet with Barb’s family starting at 12:00 P.M., Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 P.M., with Pastor Joe Shaler officiating.
Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Memorial contributions in memory of Barb may be made to the
Alzheimer’s Association
or
Centrica Care Navigators.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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Arch Woodstock
January 4, 2024 at 5:06 pm
Bob and family,
Our hearts are saddened to hear of the passing of our friend, Barb. We will be praying for you, her family, as you grieve and know that the God of all comfort is there for you during this very difficult time.
Arch & Sandy Woodstock
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Veronica Boyett
January 5, 2024 at 12:17 am
I am so sorry for your loss! Barb was such a sweetheart and I am so happy that I had the chance to get to know her and to care for her. She will be greatly missed.
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Susan LaDuke
January 5, 2024 at 6:54 am
So sorry I really enjoyed taking care of her she was a lovely lady you have my deepest sympathy
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Lorna and Craig Sisson
January 5, 2024 at 11:41 pm
The world has lost a gentle and loving soul who will be missed greatly. Barb was a wonderful person with such a fun personality. . . I have so many wonderful memories with my AT (Appalachian Trail) friend We shared some amazing times that will never be forgotten.
You will all be in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with this difficult loss.
❤️❤️
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Jo golden
January 6, 2024 at 10:21 am
I am so sorry for your loss she was a beautiful lady God bless you all
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Sondra M. Mackin
January 6, 2024 at 6:34 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and all of the family and friends who knew Barbara…may she rest in peace!!!
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Anna Michaelson
January 7, 2024 at 1:08 pm
We are so very sorry for your loss. We love you all and are here for anything you may need.
Love
The Michaelson’s
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She was born on April 9, 1948, in Plainwell, the daughter of Loren and Berniece (Boerman) Burchett. As a young woman Barb worked at Kalamazoo Savings and Loan until she started her family. After raising her children, she worked as the hygiene coordinator at Richland Dental until her retirement in 2007. Barb was also a licensed insurance agent and with her husband, owned and operated the Bob Fuller Agency.
In her free time Barb loved being outdoors, gardening, hiking, camping, doing crafts, antiquing, and traveling with her friends. She had been a cub scout and den mother for her son Garrett when he was younger. Barb was happiest when surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren. She was active at the First Congregational Church where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. On November 22, 1968, at Otsego Church of God she married Robert Fuller who survives.
Also surviving are her children, Garrett Fuller of Kalamazoo and Dana (Andrew) Switzer of North Carolina; grandchildren, Michael, Jonathan and Audrey; sister, Sandy Morey; several nieces and nephews and special friends, Diane Glessner and Kathy Meert. A special thank you for Connie Rose who was the most amazing caregiver and friend for Barb and the family.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Danny and Stanley.
Friends may meet with Barb’s family starting at 12:00 P.M., Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 P.M., with Pastor Joe Shaler officiating.
Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Memorial contributions in memory of Barb may be made to the
Alzheimer’s Association
or
Centrica Care Navigators.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
.
Offer Condolence for the family of Barbara J. Fuller
Condolence Messages
Arch Woodstock
January 4, 2024 at 5:06 pm
Bob and family,
Our hearts are saddened to hear of the passing of our friend, Barb. We will be praying for you, her family, as you grieve and know that the God of all comfort is there for you during this very difficult time.
Arch & Sandy Woodstock
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Veronica Boyett
January 5, 2024 at 12:17 am
I am so sorry for your loss! Barb was such a sweetheart and I am so happy that I had the chance to get to know her and to care for her. She will be greatly missed.
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Susan LaDuke
January 5, 2024 at 6:54 am
So sorry I really enjoyed taking care of her she was a lovely lady you have my deepest sympathy
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Lorna and Craig Sisson
January 5, 2024 at 11:41 pm
The world has lost a gentle and loving soul who will be missed greatly. Barb was a wonderful person with such a fun personality. . . I have so many wonderful memories with my AT (Appalachian Trail) friend We shared some amazing times that will never be forgotten.
You will all be in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with this difficult loss.
❤️❤️
Reply
Jo golden
January 6, 2024 at 10:21 am
I am so sorry for your loss she was a beautiful lady God bless you all
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Sondra M. Mackin
January 6, 2024 at 6:34 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and all of the family and friends who knew Barbara…may she rest in peace!!!
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Anna Michaelson
January 7, 2024 at 1:08 pm
We are so very sorry for your loss. We love you all and are here for anything you may need.
Love
The Michaelson’s
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