Barbara S. Damron

May 1, 1925 - November 6, 2014

Age 89, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the Saline Evangelical Home. She was born May 1, 1925 in Ann Arbor, MI the daughter of Walter J. and Lovena (Syler) Schneider. On June 22, 1979 she married Claude Damron, and he preceded her in death on February 17, 1998. Barbara grew up on the family farm in Ann Arbor where she helped her father operate Schneider Farm Supply. She later graduated from Ann Arbor High School Class of 1943. She would later go on to own and operate her own business, Schneider’s Western Supply, as well as work for Goodyear’s and Jacobson’s. She was a Washtenaw County 4H Leader for many years as well. Claude and Barb shared many years together on their boat relaxing and fishing. Barb’s passion though was always having a large and beautiful garden where she would grow as many vegetables as possible and often share them with friends and family. During her last years at the Evangelical Home you would find her working in the greenhouse and outdoor gardens. Survivors include children Phil (Vicki) Miller of Ann Arbor, MI, Susan A. Miller of Mesa, AZ, step-children; Van (Carol) Damron of Bridgewater, MI, and Jim (Kristy) Damron of Onsted, MI. Other survivors include grandchildren; Emily (Darryl) Uphaus of Ann Arbor, MI, Jonathan (Jennifer) Miller of Farmington, MI, Jeff (Emilee) Miller of Saline, MI, and great-grandchildren; Hayden Uphaus and Hannah and Owen Miller. Barbara was preceded in death by her first husband George W. Miller in 1999, and a step-daughter Claudia Brougham in 2013. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. at Bethel United Church of Christ in Freedom Twp., MI, with Rev. David Bucholtz officiating. Burial will take place at Bethlehem Cemetery in Ann Arbor, MI at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Saline Evangelical Home for the purposes of the garden, greenhouse, and life enrichment programs. Envelopes will be available at the church where friends may begin calling on Saturday, November 15, 2014 from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service at 2:00 P.M. To sign Barbara’s guestbook, to leave a memory, or for more information or directions please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.