Barbara Jean Witte, age 88, departed from her home in Irving, Texas on January 16, 2024. And entered her eternal home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Barbara was born on April 23, 1935, in Cleburne, Texas to John Davidson Franklin Jr. and Gladys (Moore) Franklin. She married Robert Earl Witte on August 13th, 1954 and started their family in Victoria, Texas. The Witte Family moved to Irving in 1966 where they would plant their roots and raise three wonderful children, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Barbara found great joy in cooking, sewing, gardening, creating flower arrangements, playing the piano, and singing. In 1975 the Wittes joined Irving Bible Church where Barbara sang with the choir, with various musical ensembles, and served with the cooking team. She was cheerful, loved entertaining guests and will be remembered for her sacrificial servants heart. Barbara was a channel for the outflow of Gods blessings, and she will be missed by her many friends. And especially her family. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Earl Witte and son-in-law Charles Layton Carson Sr. She is survived by sister Louetta Christofferson, brother John D. Franklin III. Children; Ginger Ewer, (Husband:Kevin), Mark Witte, and Gaye Carson. Grandchildren; Charles Layton Carson Jr, (Wife:Ashley), Brittany Michelle Einsohn (Husband:Matthew), and Collin Ewer. Great grandchildren; Macey Carson, Charles Layton Carson III, Callen Carson, and Carter Carson. SERVICES

Visitation

Thursday, February 01, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Colonial Funeral Home of Irving 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062

Funeral Service

Friday, February 02, 2024 11:30 AM

Colonial Funeral Home of Irving 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062

Committal Service

Friday, February 02, 2024 1:30 PM

Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211