Mrs. Barbara Ann Barnes-Head, 81,passed away Friday, July 15,2022. Surrounded by her loving family.
The Obituary Barbara Ann Barnes Head was the last child born to her late parents, Mr. Reese Barnes and Mrs.Sudie Bradley Barnes O’Barr. Dutch O’Barr was her step father and she loved him very much. She was born on September 10, 1940 in Gadsden, Alabama. She has been a resident in Gadsden her entire life. She accepted Christ at an early age and was attending Dwight Baptist Church in Gadsden. She was a member of the Attalla Church of God. Barbara married John S. Head and they had one son, Michael J. Head. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a hard worker and caregiver. She quit her job to care for her mother and step father until their deaths. When she was able to work again, Walmart had the perfect position for her. Barbara loved being a people greeter at Walmart, first in Gadsden and then Attalla. She enjoyed working with the diverse group of people at Walmart and thought a lot of the company. She earned many accolades while working at Walmart. She really loved getting the awards but not so much taking the pictures to hang on the wall. Not many people knew that she was a talented artist. On Friday, July 15, 2022 the Lord called Momma Head home to her eternal resting place. She is preceded in death by her husband John S. Head, her mother, father, and step father Sudie O’Barr, Reese Barnes, and Dutch O’Barr, two brothers, Jack and James Barnes, two sisters, Mildred Holt and Betty Murray. Barbara leaves to mourn and cherish her lifetime of memories son and daughter by love, Michael J. Head (Michelle), grandson John S. Head II, great grand Michael Bentley Head, brother, Melvin Barnes (Joan) and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thanks to her Sheriff (as she called him) and his wife, Jonathan and Angie Horton. Thank you to everyone for your prayers during her illness. There will be no visitation or funeral per her wishes due to her over six month battle with Covid that eventually caused her death. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date.
Funeral Rites will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 18, 2022 at the Forest Cemetery.
Arrangements to be announced by: West Gadsden Funeral Home 256-549-0004
Ms.Barbara was a very sweet and kindhearted person she had the spirit of an angel she always had encouraging words I used to work with Ms.Barbara at the East Gadsden Walmart she was always so nice I'm gonna miss seeing here at Walmart it's not gonna be the same no will could ever replace that woman of God.
I saw her at Walmart a lot. She was a ray of sunshine, always smiling and speaking to everyone. She was so sweet. Rest in peace Barbara Fay Stevens
I'll miss that precious smile, Barbara. But you a glowing now in heaven! My prayers to the Family.Brenda Gurley
I only knew her from Walmart. She was one of the sweetest people you could meet. Always enjoyed seeing her and talking to her. She always let the Lord shine through her. Rest In Peace sweet lady. Prayers for the family.
SENDING MY PRAYERS & CONDOLENCES FOR THE FAMILY. YOUR MOTHER WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. I MET MRS.HEAD AT THE ATTALLA WAL-MART. SHE WAS ALWAYS KIND & HAD A SMILE EVERY TIME I SAW HER. WE ALSO WOULD TALK EVERY NOW & THEN.SHE HAD A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT. MAY GOD, AS ONLY HE CAN, GRANT YOU ALL PEACE & UNDERSTANDING NOW & IN THE DAYS AHEAD. BRENDA WILLIAMS & FAMILY
Ms Barbara was such a great person ! I worked with her for a few years a long time ago at the Gadsden Wal-Mart. She was always there to talk to anyone.
I truthfully always hoped that I'd get to see her everytime that I'd go to the Attalla Wal-Mart. She always asked me about my son and how everyone was doing.
Extremely sad to hear about her passing. We all love you Ms Barbara. You will always be remembered as such a caring and loving person.
Heaven truly gained a wonderful angel.
Didn't actually know her, but saw her in E Gadsden and Attalla Walmart. She was such a blessing. Always spoke and sometimes had conversation. She was a asset to the company. She was a beautiful lady and a treasure. Sending condolences and prayers for her family.
Miss Barbara was the sweetest lady. I am so sorry for your loss. She would always greet you with a big smile! Praying for you a;;.
We all love you and will miss you sincerely I don't have words my son sent me the obituary I know you touch his heart also praying for the family coworker APRIL POSEY
Barbara was a precious friend and will be missed. She was a light to everyone who knew her.
With a sad and broken heart, I say goodbye from this world,to my precious aunt Barbara. I appreciate all we shared and look forward to walking through Heaven together some day. I love you and will miss you. Praying prayers of comfort for us all. 🙏
Barbara you will be truly missed by me and everyone at Walmart not only your coworkers but your customers we all loved you Prayers for family.
My heart is very sad at the sudden loss of my long time friend, Barbara. I go way back to the seventies when I would take her son Michael and my son Kevin to school and she would pick them up. Many times we would eat at Amelia's on Chestnut St. in a booth, just us four, and it was so sweet. Barbara had the personality of an angel. I will always cherish her friendship and love. R.I.P. my dear friend.
Barbara was one of the best workers I had and always so spunky and full of life. Truly she will be missed and is irreplaceable. Prayers for her family and loved ones. -Kyla & Brandon Cox
God placed her in His perfect earthly garden at Walmart. She was always very courteous, kind and greeted everyone with such a beautiful spirit. Now she is apart of Gods heavenly garden. My sincere condolences to her family and friends!
I loved working with this sweet sweet lady. She brought so much joy to us at Walmart. We will Miss her dearly.
Praying for the family and friends. She seemed like such a sweet lady
She was such a friendly and sweet lady to be greeted by at Walmart. She would always brighten your visit. She will be truly missed. Prayers for the family.
I'm gonna miss Barbara and working with her. She was such a amazing women and always greeted me with a hug. I was always her baby as she would call me. Prayers for her family
Praying for you Michael and Michelle.Loved Aunt Barbara.
Love you Michael and Michelle.Aunt Barbara was loved.
I love you Michael and Michelle.Aunt Barbara was loved.
I love you Aunt Barbara.
I'm definitely going to miss Barbara and working with her every day. She had a huge heart. Had amazing memories I used to get her named confused when I first met her and I said what about BBQ for short cause it was close together. We laughed until we had tears in our eyes. She would always uplift me and made sure that I was okay. Very blessed to be apart of her life and had many more memories well spent with her.
Ms Barbara was pure love and joy. Every time I saw her she was waiting with a smile and a hug. Bringing me words of encouragement and love. She was a part of my life since my earliest childhood memory. She was so very precious to me. May God keep you close in the days and weeks ahead. Her legacy was a life filled with love and joy she shared with others.🙏🙏♥️
My heartfelt condolences to you Michael, Michelle, family and friends as you mourn the loss of your loved one (Mother) May you cherish the many memories and the love she left in your heart. know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Extending Deep Sympathy Gwen Bonner
I loved working with Ms Barbara she was a sweetheart and will be missed she will always have a place in my heart
I'm so sorry for your loss . Ms Barbara was always such a sweet lady , although I only knew her from Wal Mart , it was a pleasure to talk with her . Prayers for your family .
Your family will be forever in our prayers.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.