Barbara Deane Tiffin, age 94, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri. Bobby, as she was called by family and friends, was born in Port Washington, New York March 14, 1924 to the late Daisy and Chester Witter.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Francis Tiffin, and a daughter, Donna Alice Tiffin. Bobby was known for her love of bridge, golf, and bowling. She enjoyed all three and developed many friendships through these activities. She is survived by a son, Ken Tiffin (wife, Janet), daughter, Patti Collins (husband Jim), and daughter, Barb (husband, Ron.) Bobby had five grandchildren, Ryan Tiffin (wife Roxanne), Boyd Tiffin (wife, CJ), Jill Collins, Dan Collins, (wife, Lauren), and TJ Collins (wife, Kristina.) In addition, Bobby had three great-grandchildren, Taylor, Cody, and Kaylee Tiffin.
It was her wish that no funeral or service be held. Her family plans a private gathering when her ashes will be placed in a niche with her husband at the Merle Hay Mausoleum in Des Moines, Iowa.