Barbara was born in Hattisburg, Mississippi. She spent her youth in the Clem Community of Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi. Barbara, a graduate of Mississippi College, lived most her life in Hazlehurst, Mississippi where she was a teacher and guidance counselor for the Hazlehurst Public School District. Barbara was a member of First Baptist Church, Hazlehurst, Mississippi for over 40 years. She will be remembered for her love of cooking and gardening.
Funeral services will be held at Whitesand Baptist Church in Prentiss, Mississippi on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. There will be a visitation preceding the funeral service from 1:00-2:00 p.m. also at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Whitesand Baptist Church, Prentiss, Mississippi or First Baptist Church, Hazlehurst, Mississippi. You can sign Mrs. Barbara's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
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Dee Anna (Willis) Mills & Hunter Mills
Cabot, AR Wednesday, December 22, 2021 I remember Ms. Barbara so fondly! She always made me feel welcome in her home when Memorie and I were at Mississippi State together. Hunter & I remember a fun weekend road trip to visit when Ms. Barbara & Mr. Emmett lived in Little Rock. Memorie, Dave, & Dana were also there, so Ms. Barbara had a house full of college kids, and she didn't mind one bit! She just put us girls to work in the kitchen when dinner time rolled around. We had so much fun! I loved her. To Memorie, Dana, & your family ~ Hunter and I are so very sorry for your loss. I know you all will miss her so much. May God bless you with His comfort, grace & peace. Our prayers are with you. Much love to you all, Dee Anna & Hunter MillsWilliam Moore
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Sorry for y’all’s loss.. she will be missed.. I’m glad to have known her and will miss it when we would water her plants outside something she enjoyedJanie & Larry Fuller
Haymarket, VA Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Memorie & Family,So sorry. We were privileged to know Ms Barbara & Emmett while Residents of Grand Manor, 2015-2020.
Ms Barbara was always so very nice & friendly-no matter her condition at the time. She typified a real Southern Lady! So intelligent & charming. She always dressed with her beautiful hair styles like she “just stepped out of the Band Box” Emmett regaled us with his knowledge & experiences in sports & insurance. He taught Bible classes for Residents & Staff. He & Ms Barbara made you feel you were so special. They were kind & friends to Tom Rabb-Janie’s Brother, who was a co-resident with them at Guest House. They helped Tom transition to Grand Manor.
MS State & Ole MS will never be the same without them. I almost stopped bragging on Razorbacks in their presence. They loved their kids & grandkids. We shall miss them. I believe Jesus loves having them together now in Heaven.
May God continue Blessing your Family & grant you peace & comfort with precious memories!
We loved Ms Barbara & Emmett.
Janie & Larry Fuller
Sissy Brown
Monticello, AR Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Thank you for being my friend, always there with a smile and great advice when I needed it. Thank you for being so sweet and kind to my Hadleigh, you will always be in our hearts. Love you!Stephanie Miller
Monticello, AR Monday, December 20, 2021 This was my second mama.. I love this lady so much.. We had a bond... I'm going miss her.. Love you Barbara!! She always tell me how much she love me and appreciate me. We would end the night by saying I love you!!!!