Barbara Brown Obituary

I only met Barbara once, through Cherie Tolley. We enjoyed a nice long lunch, and many laughs. Barbara made such a srong impression on me with her combination of strength and gentleness. The world has lost one of its finest people.

To Barbara's Family: I'm so sorry for your loss. May God's loving, comforting arms be around you. After high school, I would see and talk with Barbara at our reunions and it did not take long for her words and smile to reveal what a special person she was. The crown she is wearing has many jewels, and she is walking those streets of gold. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Sorry to hear of Barbara's death. Although I haven't seen her in many years, I remember her sweet, kind spirit and know she will be missed by all. God Bless!

Red, Barbara was one of a kind! Beautiful, talented, and always caring for others. We praise God for her life and that He took her to suffer no more. She made a difference in more lives than we will ever know. Wish we could be there today. Much love to you, Caroline, Lawson, and other family members.

Red,Caroline,Lawson and family

So sorrow to hear about Barbara.We all have had our loses in the last few years and it saddens us deeply but like Barbara we know the Good Lord put us here for a reason and He takes us back for a reason and Barara knew this and excepted it as I hope we all do.With deepest sympathy to all of you.

Glenn A. Fincher, Jr.

Thinking of you at this time of sorrow. May the memories of a life well lived and a well loved family member sustain you and yours.



With love,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts, prayers and heart goes out to you. With your memories she will never be gone.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will all hold Barbara in our hearts forever. Our entire family wishes you all peace.

Greg, Nancy & Erin Mullen

Caroline & Lawson, My deepest sympathy to you both.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

To Barbara's Family:

Let us remember the sweet spirit that surrounded this child of God. Time heals and fond memories always remains. Barbara is now resting in His arms.

Carolyn Hudson and Region III Adoption Staff

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BARBARA. SHE WILL BE MISSED. WE WERE FRIENDS IN SCHOOL. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU DOING YOUR TIME OF NEED.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHy, MILLY(Metts)Mills

Barbara maintained a sweet smile and a gentle spirit throughout her sickness. It was an honor to minister to her and her family.



May the comfort of the Holy Spirit sustain you, and the memories of the love you shared with this extraordinary woman uplift you.

Her cheerful courage was an inspiration to many.