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Gloria Barbour Obituary
Gloria A. Barbour, 78, of Charlottesville, entered into eternal rest Thursday, December 23, 2010, at her residence.
She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Mary Wilson Armstead.
She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted family, her husband, Harold Barbour; three sons, Harold Barbour Jr. and Brian Barbour, both of Ivy, and Dale Barbour of Fluvanna; two daughters, Donna Williams of Greensboro, North Carolina, and Demetria Barbour of Ivy; two brothers, John Armstead and Sterling Armstead, both of Ivy; one sister, Edmonia MacNeal of Montgomery Village, Maryland, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a host of other beloved relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, December 30, 2010, at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, with the Reverend Cathleen Burnett officiating.
Burial will follow at the White Hall Family Cemetery.
Services of comfort are entrusted to the staff of McClenny Funeral Service, Inc.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Sarah & Tommy (& Mats) Everett
January 6, 2011
Harold, We are all deeply saddened for your loss. I am glad that you were able to spend the last few months with Gloria and I hope that you will have some peace knowing that she is in a better place. We miss you terribly and talk about you often. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always here for you...if you need anything!
Sarah & Tommy (Everett) - Mats, Kobi, Anniken, Jay & Ashi
Barkley Laing
January 5, 2011
Mr. Barbour, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, The Laing Family (Chris, Barkley, Marian, CHristopher and Mac)
Thelma, Ada & Courtney Whiting
January 4, 2011
Nicky & Family~
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
December 31, 2010
Harold and family;
Sorry to hear of Gloria's passing as we lost our son on the 20th and have an idea of your deepth of sorrow. Know that she's sitting on the right hand of her maker enjoying the city of gold while singing in the Angel's band. Keep your faith. Mary and Bill Stone of Esmont
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Ashley Purviance
December 31, 2010
Harold,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope your wonderful memories of Gloria will help you through this difficult time. You and your family will be in my prayers.
-Ashley Purviance (Murray Elementary)
Joe Page
December 30, 2010
To Harold and family.
my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Jacqueline Maupin Coley
December 30, 2010
My Family and I wish to extend our condolences in the loss of your Wife and Mother, Glo. We grew up as neighbors and Donna and Junie, were my playmates. In those days, we all had extended families; how could I forget. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Know that SHE LIVES within your hearts and through your deeds. Love to you all.
Towanda Hammond
December 29, 2010
May GOD bless the Barbour family during this time of sorrow.
Phillip Jordan
December 29, 2010
My prayers and sympathy go out to the family of Ms. Gloria. I will always remember her warm friendship with my mother. Her many acts of neighborly kindness survive in our recollections. May God bless you and love comfort you in this difficult time.
Richard Williamson
December 29, 2010
May God bless all of you during your great sorrow.
Cousin Richard Williamson
Fort Washington, Md.
george steppe
December 29, 2010
to the barbour family sorry to hear the passing of you mother may she be foreven with the lord.
Roberta Brown
December 29, 2010
Harold (Junie) Barbour,
I love you. Just trust and call on the Lord, he will let the sunshine again. Your friends on Grady are here when you are ready. My heart aches for you, but your mother is no longer sick, she is now resting in heaven.
Love you always,
Berta Brown
Pat Carter
December 29, 2010
To The Barbour Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ms. Gloria was a wonderful person, and she will be sadly missed. May God give you comfort.
Pat Carter- Richmond,VA
Rhonda Howard
December 29, 2010
Times like this are never easy but let your hearts rest assured that your loved one is in a place where there's no more suffering. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Karen Vest
December 29, 2010
I am sorry for your loss, your family will be in my prayers
Cornelia Coles
December 29, 2010
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Gloria H. Green
December 29, 2010
"Weeping endureth for a night; but joy comes in the morning." Be encouraged God will see you through. Harold miss you on bus 85.
Lewis A. Wood
December 29, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
clara howard-spikes
December 28, 2010
My heart goes out to the family
Betty Phillips
December 28, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
matilda carter
December 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
pamela green
December 28, 2010
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
December 28, 2010
You have my deepest sympathy. Gloria was such a beautiful person.
May the family find strength in God.
God Bless, L.S. (Kitty) Dickerson
A Grateful Citizen
December 28, 2010
Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
USPS
December 28, 2010
In deepest sympathy
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