Barbara Joyce Goforth Banks
December 28, 1929 ~ August 24, 2021
Born in:
Madison Co., NC
Resided in:
Seneca, SC
Barbara Joyce Goforth Banks, 91, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021.
A native of Madison Co., NC, Barbara was a daughter of the late Walter and Estelle Frye Goforth. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Earle Banks, son, Richard Allen Banks, grandson, Aaron J. Austin, brothers, Walter A. Goforth, Jr., Cecil G. Goforth and Bruce C. Goforth, and great-great-grandsons, Marques Jamal Austin and Alex Banks.
Mrs. Banks retired from Square D in Asheville. She was a charter member of Edgewood Baptist Church, and also a member of The Order of Eastern Star.
Surviving is her daughter, Deborah Banks Pierce (Bruce); son, David Banks (Cheryl); nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Howard Douglas Goforth.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 24, 2021, at Edgewood Baptist Church, 60 Moody Ave., Candler, NC 28715.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Edgewood Baptist Church or to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
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Memorial Service: September 24, 2021 11:00 am
Edgewood Baptist Church
61 Moody Avenue
Candler, NC 28715
667-8021
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Dear Debbie and family, Bill and I have fond memories of Barbara at Edgewood. She was a big part of the church. What a lovely lady she was. You are all in our prayers. Bill and Melanie Haney
Thank you so much.
So sorry Debbie. I know how very close you were to Barbara. My thoughts are with you. Perry
Deb, I did not know your mom, but I do know she was blessed to have you. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in knowing you took such loving care of her. Much love and sympathy, earlene
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange.
Love you
Dave and Pat Heiser
I knew and loved Barbara for over 75 years. She was a wonderful neighbor, and life long friend. Praying for all of the family during this time of grief. Please know that she was a blessing to so many people during her life. She will be missed. Bobbie Griffin (Naomi and Ralph Barnett’s daughter).