Lois McClellan Barrett
October 9, 1939 ~ January 9, 2018
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Lois McClellan Barrett, 78, of Asheville, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Carillon Assisted Living, Hendersonville, after a long battle with dementia.
Born in Asheville, she was the wife of the late John Frank Barrett, who died in 2003, and the daughter of the late Clarence Joseph and Edna Jenkins McClellan. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Walter and Richard McClellan; and a sister, Ruth Ballard.
Lois was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in the Riceville Community in East Asheville where she made friendships lasting over 50 years.
An avid shagger, Lois was a member of a Shag Club in Arden where she never met a stranger. She was a strong, kind, and dedicated woman who gave her life to her Lord and her family. She was a former member of the Asheville Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Lois is survived by 2 daughters: Sandra Barrett McPeters of Asheville and Brenda Barrett Perry (Eddie) of Hendersonville; a grandson, Eric Daniel McPeters (Kristianna) of Fairview; a brother, Donald McClellan (Johnnie) of Arden; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 12, 2018 at 7:30 PM at Bethel United Methodist Church, 1056 Riceville Road, Asheville, NC 28805 with Pastor Terry Duckworth officiating. Family and friends will be received one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Western Carolina State Veterans' Cemetery in Black Mountain on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 12:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Lois’ memory may be made to the church at the address above.
The family would like to thank the staff of Carillon Assisted Living for the excellent care taken of Lois.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
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Lois was so loved by all my family, Terresa, Tammy was like her own and Tim loved to tease her, she will be missed until we all are togather in heaven,Love you Sandra God bless.
I went to school with Lois from the 1st grade to the 12th, She was a wonderful friend. So sorry for your loss.
Sandra sorry for u r loss…..we can’t hold on to them when JESUS calls them….take care
Brenda, Sandra and family – I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a beautiful woman, inside and out. Danny and I have some wonderful memories of time spent at your house. Your mom was always welcoming with a smile on her face. I will always remember the times spent cooking out, sleep overs, watching the races, or just hanging out with both your parents. They were always the ‘cool parents’. Please know that our prayers are with you and that your mom and dad are together now smiling down on their family. Love you all!
I can’t help but smile on the inside when I think about the legacy she is leaving behind. Think about all the generations that have been and will be blessed by the life she lived. She will live on in our memory. Love and prayers for all during this time.
Brenda, Sandra, and family the memories I have of your sweet mother will forever live in me and make me smile. Your mom was the sweetest lady there was from giving me extra cinnamon toast at Bell Elementary to all the trips we made to the lake. What an incredible sweet and loving second mom to me. I am so sorry for all of you but we have to truly believe that she is laughing and cutting up in Heaven and with your precious dad now. Hugs and love to all.
To the Barrett Children. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
I was in Eastern Star with your mom and dad and loved them dearly.
Praying for God’s peace that only HE can give during this difficult time.
Betty Ponder
Sandra, George and I have nothing but sweet memories of Lois. She was always encouraging and kind to us and fun to be around. You can be proud of such a wonderful mom. I was always happy to call her friend. Peace to all your family. George and Billie Davis
DEAR SANDRA AND BRENDA, I’M REALLY SORRY ABOUT YOUR MOM. SHE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE AND I LOVED HER BECAUSE SHE WAS FUNNY AND A VERY GOOD PERSON.
I am so very sorry to see the passing of Lois Barrett. May the family know that I have fond memories of both Lois and John, as they were often visitors at my family’s home in Asheville on White Fawn Drive. My father, Ed Foster knew John from having worked with him. Please know I will be keeping this wonderful family in my thoughts and prayers.
Lois was well Loved she’ll be Missed!!!