Obituary of Barbara Sue Leo

Leo, Barbara Sue Saginaw, Michigan Loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother passed away with her family by her side on Thursday evening, May 21, 2020 at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw. She was 85 years old. Barbara was born March 28, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Adolph and Mildred (Bell) Czada. Barbara attended the University of Michigan, earning a master's degree in social work while raising five children on her own. She was employed by Boysville Home for over 20 years when she retired. She then worked for A&D Home Healthcare and retired at the age of 80, where she made a positive impact on many, many lives. Barbara was involved in the CAN Council, the Humane Society, and the Red Hat Society for many years. She was admired for her love and commitment to her family. She had a love for animals, especially her cats, Gracie, Frenchie, Lochee, Ninja, and Angel. Barbara enjoyed gardening and painting. She also loved to travel. Barbara also enjoyed weekly luncheons and dinners with her lifelong friends. But most of all she loved spending time with her family. Surviving are her children, William (Lori) Mollhagen, Mark Mollhagen, Lynn (Beth) Hoffmann, and James J. (Stacie) Leo; grandchildren, Jennifer, Nicole, Sarah, Bryna, AuLaura, Mason, Shianne, and Ashlyn; great-grandchildren, Athena, Lillian, and William; brothers, David Czada and Dave "Sandy" Sandow; sister, Carol Masters. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Leo and her son, Scott Mollhagen. MEMORIAL SERVICE: A Memorial Service will take place at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 2020 at the Andersen Enrichment Center, 120 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI 48601. Sharon Wahl will officiate. In keeping with Barbara's wishes, cremation has already taken place. Visitation: Family and friends will gather at the Andersen Enrichment Center, 120 Ezra Rust Drive on Saturday, August 29, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:30 p.m. In keeping with mandated ordinances and for the safety of the community, masks are required and social distancing will be observed. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Humane Society or the CAN Council of Saginaw. Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Leo family; condolences may be expressed to the family at the Andersen Enrichment Center or by visiting www.DeislerFuneralHome.com