Barbara Gardner West
August 29, 1938 ~ September 18, 2020
Born in:
Crossnore, NC
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Barbara Lucile Gardner West, 82, of Fairview, passed away Friday, September 18, 2020.
A native of Crossnore, NC, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Rhoda Randolph Gardner. She was also preceded in death by one half-brother, Clarence Bud Gardner.
Barbara was a longtime member of Fairview Baptist Church. She worked at several daycares, including her own (Barbara’s Country Daycare), having helped so many kids through the years, serving as their daycare mother. She also loved camping, growing flowers in the garden and canning.
Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Ronald West, Jr.; two children, Tonya Ledford (Kenneth) and Brian West; four grandchildren, Kelly Dennie (fiancé Kayla Bragg), Kaylin West (Samantha), Allison Bradley (Cameron), Kyle Ledford (fiancé Rebecca Massey); one great granddaughter, Eve Dennie; two sisters, Naomi Wright (David) and Deloris Stephenson, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Fairview Baptist Church with Pastor Todd Royal officiating. Interment will follow at Tweeds Chapel Cemetery. Barbara will lie in state at the church on Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until 3:00 PM.
Flowers are appreciated, but for those who choose, memorial donations may be made in Barbara’s name to Fairview Baptist Church, 32 Church Road, Fairview, NC 28730.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
Services
Funeral Service: September 20, 2020 3:00 pm
Fairview Baptist Church
Church Road
Fairview, NC 28730
828-628-2908
For those who wish to pay their respects: September 20, 2020 2:00 pm - April 23, 2024 3:00 pm
Fairview Baptist Church
Church Road
Fairview, NC 28730
828-628-2908
Burial:
Tweeds Chapel Cemetery
Cane Creek Road
Fairview, NC 28730
828-252-3535
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
See you later dear Barbara. A sweet sister-in-Christ who always was and encouragement to me. The moment she saw me she would give me that sweet smile of hers. She always went out of her way to come talk to me when she would see me anywhere. Ronnie,Tonya, Naomi, and rest of the family I am sending my condolences. May you sense God’s loving hand and be comforted.
This sweet lady was much loved by my family. She was just what we needed when we needed it. Always thankful to her. She will always be remembered by us and how much she loved us. All of our prayers are with all of you. We love you and miss you with all our hearts dearly.
I remember Barbara as a loving Sister in Christ. She was happy when she was around children and at church. She was a faithful and loving friend who I know I will see again one day in heaven.
To the family, I am deeply sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts. Lean on the Lord for peace and cling to your memories for comfort.
Send Love and Prayers to the family.
You were an amazing woman ! Love you and Heaven has gained a beautiful angel !!!
We are sending prayers and hugs to you during this difficult time. Aunt Barbara was such a loving person. Her face always beaming with a smile. We know she is in the presence of our Lord and we will see her again someday. We love you all!
Bronson Boudrieau
My Dear Sweet & Loving Friend, Sister in Christ, we will miss YOU, your Sweet Smile & LOVE that You SHOWED for EVERYONE! As has been said here Heaven has received another Wonderful Angel!! Janice & I am sorry for your loss, but know that you all are so Thankful to know She is in Heaven with Jesus, Amen!! We Love uguys very much, may God Bless & Keep uall is our Prayer!!
Prayers to the family
I have known Barbara or should I say Babs since I was 3 years old…..my how the years have flown…I know all of us will miss her Sweet Smile ….. I can not ever remember seeing her angry nor have I ever heard unkind things coming out of her mouth. Barbara was a wonderful Christian woman and a friend to all she met.
My life has been greatly blessed by our love and friendship….Let Her Fly !!!!
You were such a sweet woman and I love you so much. Going to miss you until we meet again.
Paula Bradley
I remember Barnara, Naomi, Wanda & Delores when we were growing up. What wonderful, Happy memories they are. I wouldn’t take anything for them. I haven’t seen Barbara in yrs. But, she left such a Wonderful impression that I will Never forget her OR any o our gang!! My thoughts & Prayers are with All the family. I’m SO thankful that one day we will be together again. May God hold all of you in His Loving arms & Comfort you & Give you Peace during this time.
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I remember Barbara, Naomi, Wanda & Delores when we were growing up. What wonderful, Happy memories they are. I wouldn’t take anything for them. I haven’t seen Barbara in yrs. But, she left such a Wonderful impression that I will Never forget her OR any of our gang!! My thoughts & Prayers are with All the family. I’m SO thankful that one day we will be together again. May God hold all of you in His Loving arms & Comfort you & Give you Peace during this time.
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I have not seen the Gardner girls in years but I have a lot of good memories of our early years. The last time I saw Barbara was in 1997. My prayers are for Barbara’s entire family, what a sweet person she was.
I have sweet memories of growing up with the Gardner girls. It is such a blessing knowing we will all be together again one day. God bless and comfort all of the family.
I’ll miss your hugs, and hearing you tell me I’m crazy. I love you, Mrs. Barbara! See you again one of these days!
My heart is broken to hear of Barbara’s graduation. She was such a loving person. She was the caretaker of my two daughters, Brooke and Lindsay, who loved her as much as anyone. I could never forget her. To Ronnie, Tonya, and Brian, you are in my prayers. To Naomi and the extended family you are in my prayers. Rest assured we will see her again one day.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time