Barbara Atwell
April 21, 1933 - March 9, 2022
Barbara Atwell, age 88, passed away March 9, 2022. She was born on April 21, 1933 in Highland Park, MI to John Chopp and Grace Eldridge Chopp. She married Carl Atwell on July 30, 1955 at St. James Catholic Church in Ferndale. Carl passed away in October 2000. In 1990, Barbara proudly returned to school and graduated from Kimball High School at the top of her class! She was a longtime resident of Madison Heights. Barbara was a loyal fan of the Detroit Tigers, enjoyed working crossword puzzles and dancing. She was a member of the Troy Choir for over thirty years and made many friends throughout her time with the group. Beloved wife of the late Carl Atwell. Loving mother of Cheryl (Nabeel) Babbie, Carl (Debbie) Atwell Jr., Kevin (Stefani Seigal) Atwell and Charlie (David) Shuten. Proud grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Charlet (Jimmy) Mann and the late John (the late Dolores) Chopp, Jr. Visitation Sunday 2-6 pm at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks E. of Woodward), Royal Oak. Funeral Monday in-state 9:30 am until time of funeral Mass 10:00 am at National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica, Royal Oak. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial contributions to American Cancer Society, in memory of her husband or National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica are appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.
Barbara Atwell, age 88, passed away March 9, 2022. She was born on April 21, 1933 in Highland Park, MI to John Chopp and Grace Eldridge Chopp. She married Carl Atwell on July 30, 1955 at St. James Catholic Church in Ferndale. Carl passed away... View Obituary & Service Information