Barbara M. (Boland) Markey

Barbara M. Markey, age 78, of Bridgeport, passed peacefully the afternoon of Friday, September 2, 2022. Born in Bridgeport on July 22, 1944, Barbara grew up in Fairfield, graduating from Roger Ludlowe High School. She would remain a life-long area resident. Barbara was married to Lewis P. Markey, whom she had her two beloved children with, before divorcing while their children were still young.

Barbara was truly a nature lover, going for long walks and gardening. Her green thumb led her to have an abundant garden of flowers, her favorite being roses. Every year, without fail, Barbara would make her way through Greenfield Hill in early May to appreciate the beautiful blossoms on the Dogwood Trees. Barbara spent many years playing in a bowling in a league at Nutmeg Bowling in Fairfield and loved taking trips to the casino with family and friends.

Barbara is survived by her loving children, John Markey (Leslie), and Shannon Markey (Jeremy); her seven cherished grandchildren, David, Christopher, Kaylee, Bret, Howie, Brody, and Matthew; as well as one adored great-grandchild, Soren. She is also survived by her sister, Dorothy Murphy, and nieces, Laura Flores (Bebe), and Cheryl Reilly (Matt). Barbara is predeceased by her sister, Margie Boncek, and two nieces, Kelly and Patty Murphy.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects to the family Wednesday, September 14, 2022 from 5:00-8:00pm, concluding with a service, at the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield.