Barbara Jean Banks, 71, of Ashford was met at Heaven’s gate by her son, T.J. and grandson, Asher on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Barbara was a member of Rumble Community Baptist Church. She was a loving mom, grandma, daughter, friend, and so much more. She loved her children and grandchildren beyond measure and was always there for them. When not taking care of her family, you could find her and her best friend, Betty Javins at the Goodwill thrifting. She was always doing and giving to others. “Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” Proverbs 31:28
She was preceded in death by her parents, Hillard and Phoeba Dunlap; son, T.J.; stepdad, Frank Carson Armstrong; and grandson, Asher.
Barbara is survived by her husband of 54 years, Tim; children, Greg (Kim) Banks, Stephanie (Eddie) Barker, and Jamie Banks; daughter-in-law, Christi Banks; sister, Rachael Pauley; half-sisters, Charlene Armstrong, Kathy Smith, and Sheila Cooper; grandchildren, Lillibeth, Isaac, Phoebe, Gracy, and Blake.
Service will be 1:00pm, Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Rumble Community Baptist Church, Ashford with Pastors Richard Harold and Randell Kinder officiating. Burial will follow at Barker Cemetery, Ashford. Friends and family will gather one hour prior to the service at the church.
Heaven just got a little more sweeter. We love you mom!