Ms. Barbara W Irick Obituary in Orangeburg at Simmons Funeral Home

Obituary For Ms. Barbara W Irick

Graveside services for Mrs. Barbara W. Irick, 73, of Orangeburg, SC will be held 11:00AM, Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Crestlawn Memorial Gardens, 4830 Columbia Road, Orangeburg, SC with entombment to follow. Deacon Mike Sheedy is officiating.

Barbara W. Irick, daughter of the late John Wilson Sr. and Ella Felder Wilson was born February 24, 1948, in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Monday morning, March 29, 2021, Barbara transitioned from this earth and took flight to her heavenly home. She was one of the most caring and compassionate persons this world has ever seen. Petite in stature, but, she was always energetic and passionate about any task she undertook. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. Our world has lost a great humanitarian, mother, sister, aunt, educator, entrepreneur and friend. She will be sorely missed. Barbara was educated in the Orangeburg County Public School System and graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1965. Her quest for education and her love for teaching, led her to South Carolina State University, where she earned both a Bachelors and Master’s degree in Elementary Education.

God richly blessed Barbara with the desires of her heart! She was joined in Holy Matrimony to Wilbur L. Irick Sr. and to this union one son, W. DeVore Irick was born. If you knew Barbara then you know how much she adored and treasured her loving son DeVore, who was her best friend and confidante.

Teaching Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) was her passion! She found nothing more precious than her Pre-K babies, and for over 40 years she taught in the Orangeburg Consolidated School System at Nix Elementary and Brookdale Elementary Schools in Orangeburg, SC. Her students will miss her dearly. Barbara also received an Associate’s degree in Cosmetology from Denmark Area Trade now Technical College. As a licensed cosmetologist she owned and operated a number of salons in the Orangeburg area. Barbara not only enjoyed educating students, but her love and compassion for people led her to establish a residential home for senior citizens that she owned and operated for over 20 years. Barbara’s occupation was never a job, it was a joy! She was a world traveler having visited countries like China, Canada, Egypt, Russia, and France. God blessed Barbara with an eye for fashion and decorating. She loved elegant and glamourous fashions. Her closets and her surroundings were full of unique “finds” from around the world.

One of her proudest accomplishments was to design and along with her sister Daisy, decorate her Waterford Drive home.

Barbara was devout in her faith. As a Christian, she loved and revered the Lord! At an early age she attended St. Paul Baptist church with her family, later joining William Chapel AME as an adult where she served faithfully for many years. At the time of her passing, she was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church, Orangeburg, SC. Barbara was community minded and worked as a volunteer on a number of committees and projects throughout the community. Her membership in professional organizations included the Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, South Carolina Cosmetology Association, South Carolina Education Association, and South Carolina State University National Alumni Association.

Preceding her in death were her parents, two brothers, Lawrence Wilson and John Wilson Jr. and a daughter in-law, Felecia Patrice Myers Irick; nephew, Hercules Wolfe, Jr.

Her precious memories will be forever cherished by her loving and devoted son, W. DeVore Irick of Laurel, MD; three sisters, Thomasina W. (Christian, Jr.) Snell, Orangeburg, SC, Daisy W. (Hercules, Sr.) Wolfe, Cordova, SC, and Evelyn Cain, Charlotte, NC; her grandson, William Devin Jolly, Gaffney, SC; her ex-husband and friend, Wilbur L. Irick Sr., Orangeburg, SC; two nephews, Ivan Benton Wolfe, and Christian Snell, III, Orangeburg, SC; four nieces, Janice Wolfe, Jacqueline Wolfe, Millie Fullwood, Raleigh, NC, and Matilda Snell Kinsey, Orangeburg, SC; special friends, Elizabeth Jones, Albertha Jarvis, Dr. Judith Salley Guydon, and Delores Frazier; a multitude of other cousins, relatives, colleagues and friends.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV.

Public viewing will be 1:00PM – 7:00PM Friday, April 2, 2021.

Friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Please adhere to COVID-19 precautions.

Online condolences may be sent to simmonsfuneralhome.com

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To the family and friends of Ms. Irick you are in our prayers. Devore, Losing a mother is difficult so we will continue to pray for your peace and comfort. We are just down the street if you ever need anything. In Prayer, Tracy Harmon and The Harmon Family (Neighbor, Soror and friend)

Beautiful person and educator

We send our deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Barbara Irick. She was a very good friend. May she RIP. Phillip and Deborah White

Please accept my heart felt condolences. Soror Irick was a true Delta Diva. She gave new meaning to "happy" always smiling no matter what. She walked the walk and talked the talk with confidence and professionalism. She got it done! l truly admired her and will miss her dearly. love Julia Cook-Crutchfield OAC

Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the passing of your dear loved one, Barbara. I enjoyed working with her at Nix for many years and then keeping in touch when we met up at an Early Childhood Conference or often running into each other at a store. I always enjoyed our chats, catching up on school talk, etc. She was a vivacious, loving person. With loving sympathy and prayers, Gayle Pennington

My Aunt, my Soror, you will be truly missed. My biggest cheerleader when I crossed the Burning Sands of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in 1975 and secondly when I lost 86lbs. Words of Wisdom and encouragement at both of these events.
I love you and truly miss you, Auntie and Soror!
Jo-Anne Zimmerman Butler

Our prayers and condolences to De Vore and the family.May God's Love,Peace and Strength comfort you during this difficult time. The Cleckley and Holmes Family.

Sending peace and love to the family. I believe that the soul lives forever, knowing this I know that Ms. Barbara is still very much a part of each and everyone of your daily life. Speak to her often, she will hear you. Carlethia

A beautiful soul! An angel has truly taken flight. A beautiful service for a Queen. I watched live stream. My love and prayers to DeVore and the family.

Condolences to the family. Rest in enteral peace Barbara.

Angela Solomon-Williams

I offer my heartfelt condolences to Devore, the Wilsons and the Iricks. May the love and memories you shared comfort your hearts in the days and weeks to come.
SIP my dear Soror and loving "Momma Irick". I will miss you terribly.
~Keisha Solomon

My dear Soror and friend.She was the jewel compassion that lived and displayed it everywhere and to everyone she came in contact with.I will forever cherish our memories love ya BB.

Barbara Irick was a very sweet person. She loved working at the school and just happy and fun. She was just sweet. She will truly be missed at work. Renee Felder

My sincere condolences to the Irick family. Ms. Irick was a sweet and energetic little lady. Every time we would run into each other, we always have great conversations and laughs. Rest easy Ms. Irick

Condolences to the Irick family, Thomas and Loretta Keith. GOD BLESS.

To Mrs. Wolfe, Mrs. Snell and DeVore, my husband and I send our sympathy to the entire family. We appreciate so much the many times she drove me along with our assistants to our workshops, seminars and other activities to upgrade our skills as early childhood educators. She was ever ready to reach out and support our training. She was truly a professional who benefited many. She will be sorely missed. Mae Notoma

RIP Soror and thank you for working with my sister for so many years. You are everything that many say you are. Many condolences to your family. The Corbit Family

Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the family. Barbara will surely be missed. Prayer Barbara and John Wright

Prayers and condolences to the Irick Family. I will miss her beautiful smile. She was such a compassionate person. Allways Serving! Always Giving! Nettie Johnson and Family

May Ms. Irick rest in eternal peace. She was so kind and she had the best sense of humor! I don't think she ever met a stranger. I have many fond memories of her. My sincere condolences to DeVore and her extended family.
Shauna Patterson Robertson

The Caldwell's Family (Shirley B., Todd M. & Timothy J.) extends our condolences and prayer to DeVore during these hours of grief. Please know that we will forever keep you lifted up in prayer as you embarked upon life in the passing of your confidante and precious mother. Barbara was a young lady that I was elated that God allowed us to cross pathways. She will be remembered for that beautiful smile and her stylist outfits.

Barbara was a sweet spirit and always joyful. She will be missed. Keith and Joyce Battiste

Our prayers and condolences are being sent to Mrs. Irick's family. She shared so much love with us throughout the 50 years that we knew her. She was like a sister to some of us, she will truly be missed but God had bigger plans and has granted a new angel Her Wings. With love, the Boyd-Evans Family.

My sincere condolences to the entire family and community. She will truly be missed. Her conversations were very contagious.
Dianne D. Paul, Summerville

Barbara was a beautiful person both inwardly and outwardly. We will all miss her wonderful smile and personality. My deepest condolences to her family! May the love of God comfort each of you during this difficult time.
Dr. Cynthia Sanders-Mack

To Devore and Uncle Champ. I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of my aunt and friend Barbara Irick. You have my deepest sympathy. Devore and I celebrated Barbara's birthday thru texting. I was amazed at the meal he made for his mother on her birthday. Barbara and I shared Sisterhood month on March 19, 2021. She sent me a messages of love from our beloved Sisterhood of Delta Sigma Theta and in return I sent her love. Barbara I will truly miss you. From the Hendersons of Macungie, Pennsylvania, Harold, Dot, Alanna and Mercedes. Rest In Peace my Sister!❤️🙏🏽🐘

Gone but never forgotten..... My sincere condolences to the family and loved ones. Barbara and I were dear friends and colleagues for many years! We traveled and had a lot great times together. She will always hold a special place in my heart. May she rest in Eternal Peace. Gloria W. Bailey

Such a beautiful soul! Always been a pleasant spirit. The community will definitely suffer a void from this loss. May your soul rest on....get your rest Ms. Irick. We love you!

We are very sad to hear of the passing of Ms. Irick. My son was currently being taught by her in pre-K. She was so nice, always encouraging him to try, and just a nice person. She will be missed. Patrick & Letoria & Brayden Moore

My sincere condolences to Devore and the entire family of Mrs. Irick. She was a beautiful person with a beautiful spirit. I will truly miss her. Elrica Glover

Pamela Hubbard

I am extending my deepest sympathy to the Irick family for your loss. I am praying for Jehovah God to help you through this difficult time. My prayers are with DeVore and all of the Irick family.

In loving memory of Mrs. Barbara Irick Adriane Duley-Owens and family

I want to extend my sincere condolences for the family of Ms. Barbara. We worked together on the Pre-k team during my first year of teaching. In many ways she was a mentor to me as a professional and outside of work. I often reflect on the wisdom she shared with me. May God give you strength during this time of sorrow, Ms. Barbara will be missed.
Frankie Pinckney

Our sincere condolences to Devore, Quintus and Family. I met her through mutual friends and what a beautiful gift God gave to our birthday circle of friends. She was always so sweet, loving, kind and thoughtful. She lived a full life of friends, church, family and travel. I will miss you! Thank you for your friendship! Rest in Heavenly Peace.❤️🌹💝 Cedar Lawrence and Family

May the glowing light of this white candle comfort you as you go through these difficult times. God bless you all! From Jacqueline Sabree and family

Sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Irick. My heart goes out to each of you during this time. Thank you DeVore for allowing me to put a smile on your Mom's face. It was an absolute blessing our paths crossed at Brookdale Elementary School, most recently only a few weeks ago and especially for Mrs. Irick's birthday. God definitely makes no mistakes...EVERYTHING is in HIS timing. Forever in our prayers.
-The Brandenburg Family

So sorry to the family for Mrs. Irick's sudden passing. Worked with her for 10 years at Brookdale. Such a sweet, fun person and willing to help others. She has made such a difference in the lives of those she has taught and those who had the privilege of knowing her. God Bless and praying for comfort and peace at this sad time. Cathy Kinsey (Nurse Kinsey)

Condolences to the family of Ms. Irick from J. Robinson-Wilson and Family.

May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Continue to trust and hold on to your faith. I will never forget Mrs. Irick's kindness and beautiful spirit.

Rivelon Faculty & Staff would like to express our sympathy to the family of Ms. Barbara Irick.

The Hart family extends condolences and prayers to the Irick family.

Mrs. Wolf, Mrs. Snells and her son I know it is a little hard right Now, but continue to have faith and trust God! I will continue keep your family in prayer! Mrs. Irick was a Jewel! She would always invite me to bring my granddaughter swimming! I will certainly miss that beautiful smile she had!

Blessings and Love Always! Windy

Condolences from the Shuler (Carlton)family

Rest in Peace Barbara. You will be well miss in our Pre-K World. We will keep your family in our prayers.

Rest in Peace Barbara! Rennie Thomas-Myers

I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Irick during my clinical experience at Nix Elementary. She was very sweet and kind. My condolences go out to the family. May you find peace in the days ahead.
Desiree & Myles Lewis

Rest in Peach Barbara!

My condolences to the family of Mrs. Irick. She was a sweet and loving educator and kind soul to meet and love. I don't think she ever met a stranger. Rest in Peace and may the work you've done speak for you!