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Julia Barrett Obituary
June 23, 1921 - January 1, 2015
Raleigh
Julia Bynum Barrett passed away at Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community on January 1, 2015 after a period of declining health. She was the daughter of the late Elmer Gordon Barrett and Fannie Moseley Barrett of Kinston, NC. Her brother, Elmer Gordon Barrett, Jr. and her sister, Frances Barrett Massey, preceded her in death.
Miss Barrett was born June 23, 1921 in Kinston, NC. She was a graduate of Grainger High School and Woman's College (now UNC-G), and received her M.Ed. in Guidance and Personnel Counseling from UNC-CH. She taught school in Kannapolis, NC and at Broughton High School and served as counselor at Daniels Junior High School, Enloe High School and Sanderson High School, all in Raleigh.
Miss Barrett's kindness and compassion, coupled with her professional expertise, exerted a strong positive influence on her many friends and acquaintances. She shared her time and talents throughout the state of North Carolina serving in the following organizations: Delta Kappa Gamma, North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of History, North Carolina Personnel and Guidance Association, Pilot Club International, Rex Hospital, UNC-G Alumni Association, Wake Education Partners Program, Wake County Historical Society, and Wake County Retired School Personnel. She was a charter member of St. Paul's Christian Church, sang in the choir, and served as an Elder and President of the Women's Fellowship.
Survivors include: nephews, R. Daniel Massey, Jr. and wife, Liliana, of Troy, NY and Guy Barrett Massey of Hillsborough; niece, Frances Barrett Massey Jenkins and husband, Tommy, of Emerald Isle and Henderson; great nieces, Kendall Massey Maykowski and husband, Jason, of Memphis, TN, Elizabeth Geary Massey and Dalilah Daniel Massey of Troy, NY; great nephews, Barrett Daniel Massey and wife, Tonya, of Troy, NY, James Thomas Jenkins, Jr. and wife, Lizzy, of New Haven, CT, and Barrett Massey Jenkins and wife, Brooke, of Raleigh; and several great-great nieces.
The family would like to thank the entire community and staff of Springmoor for the care and concern shown to Miss Barrett.
A memorial service wil be held at St. Paul's Christian Church on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 2:00 PM. There will be a reception for family and friends following the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27612 or The Judy Barrett '42 Endowed Scholarship in Counseling, UNC-G Advancement Services, PO Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170.
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Memories and Condolences
for Julia Barrett
Jeanne Massey
May 30, 2025
The world has lost a truly wonderful lady...rest in peace, Aunt Judy...
Julia Taylor (Draves)
July 8, 2015
Miss Barrett was my guidance counselor at Enloe High School in 1963 and 1964. She influenced my decision to go to UNCG, and my life was never the same after that. She also influenced my decision to become a teacher and educator, and that has been the most fulfilling career I can imagine.
Anne Bilisoly-Vaughan
January 9, 2015
We were all so sadden to learn of Judy Barrett passing...she was an inspiration to everyone that knew her. Also, her contribution to the Wake Co. Historical Society, her love of her family, and guidance to everyone she met. A loss for all; however, she is at peace and shall be missed.
Teresa Breeden
January 8, 2015
Miss Barrett was my counselor at Enloe my Jr. & Sr. Year. She was a very special lady. She will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Miss Barrett
Rae Jarema
January 7, 2015
Judy was my mentor when I worked on a Master's in Guidance Counseling. I did an internship under her supervision at Enloe High School. She was such a nice person - warm and kind, always positive, very helpful, and fun. I loved knowing her. Then, a few years ago, when I became a docent at the Art Museum, I ran into her again. We enjoyed catching up. I am sad that she is gone, but I am thankful for the many lives she touched in such a good way. My best to all her family.
Karin Singleton
January 6, 2015
I am a fitness instructor at the Rex Wellness Center where Judy was a member for many years. She was one of my favorite participants in my water aerobics class. I loved her for her positive attitude, and I enjoyed our conversations after class. Wherever she is now, it is a happier place for having her.
Elise Silvers
January 5, 2015
Ms. Barrett was my guidance counselor at Sanderson- she was a kind and gracious woman. God bless all at your time of sorrow.
Raynard Clay
January 5, 2015
You can tell how great a person was by how much they are missed. Judy you will be missed a lot.
Carolyn Wynn
January 5, 2015
Judy was a wonderful friend and a dedicated educator. She was an inspiration to every women educator that she met in DKG Society International. I thank God for placing her in my path.
Anne Johnson
January 4, 2015
It was a true pleasure growing up in the house next to Judy's. I will remember her as a gentle, wonderful woman who was always ready with a kind word and bright smile. Judy, and the many wonderful stories she had, will live on in the hearts of those of us who were lucky enough to know her.
Lou Jurkowski
January 4, 2015
Alan and I are heartbroken to hear of Judy's death. Her soul will remain in our house and yard forever, and we have thought often and most fondly of her these past years. We will miss her geatly. Judy is a most loving and kind person and we remain blessed to have lived beside her for decades in Cameron Park. Truly yours,
Lou and Alan Jurkowski
Gloria Dragonette
January 4, 2015
Thank you for your dedication to supporting women in teaching; I am sure so many children have benefited from your knowledge and love.
Peggy Teague
January 3, 2015
Judy, as I knew her, will be greatly missed. She was a dear friend to a mutual friend, the late Dr. Laura Anderton, and an inspiration to all of her Gamma Iota sisters. Please know that she was well loved in Raleigh, NC.
Vivian Dalmas Weavers
January 3, 2015
A wonderful lady who provided encouragement and friendship to all
who knew her. Her laugh and stories she shared of travels and experiences in education and Delta Kappa Gamma are good memories.
She was a source of inspiration for all in our Gamma Iota chapter. Many
good memories are cherished of this great lady!
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