Barbara C. Motley

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Barbara Motley Obituary

Barbara C. Motley, 74, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 31, 2010. She was born on March 26, 1936, in Roanoke, Va. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore Sr. and Elizabeth Macklin; husband, Buford Motley Sr.; brother, Theodore Macklin Jr.; and nephew, Robert E. Macklin Jr. Barbara was an extraordinary educator for the Roanoke City Public Schools and dedicated over 35 years helping young students to read, write and understand the importance of being successful in life. She was a faithful member of Sweet Union Baptist Church, Alpha Kappa Sorority and Phi Delta Kappa Sorority until her illness. Her love of family and friends was evident by the host of people who enjoyed her loving spirit, musical talents, and her beautiful way of just being Barbara. She is survived by her son, Jerome B. Carey; grandsons, Jason and Jerome Roberson; greatgrandchild, Jasoni Roberson; brothers, Robert Sr. (Lorraine) Macklin, all of Roanoke, Va., and Harold (Thelma) Deane; stepmother, Alice D. Macklin, both of Petersburg, Va.; sister-in-law, Barbara A. Macklin, of Detroit, Mich.; nieces and nephews who dearly cherished her, Sherree Marshall, Robin MacklinBratton, Terri and Brian Macklin, all of Roanoke, Va., and Yolanda and Loren Macklin, of Detroit, Mich.; grand-nieces and grandnephews, Angela Marshall, Andre Marshall, Nicole and Jewel Macklin, Brandon Macklin, Dajah Macklin, Ahmaya Haywood, and Abriyana Snell, all of Roanoke, Va., Whitley, Jasper, Janelle, Jermaine, Alysia, Tiarra and Chargayane Macklin, all of Detroit, Mich.; stepsons, Buford and Carl Motley; stepdaughter, Judy Motley, all of Baltimore, Md.; and close cousins, Juanita JonesAmbrose, Violet Robertson, Jean Tyree, Carol (Hayward) Harris, Ruth Williams, Paula Macklin and Angela Blayton. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2010, in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel with Albert Journiette and Robert Ellis officiating. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Motley

10 Entries

Dana Brewer

June 6, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

June 5, 2010

To the family of Barbara, I extend my deepest sympathy and prayers. Our Fathers shared many hours and scores in the Music Ministry at the Sweet Union Baptist Church. Barbara and I met in the classroom and remained friends throughout our School days. Her beautiful spirit will be missed.
Sincerely, Barbara Hubbard Clayborne

Judy Kelly

June 4, 2010

To Mrs. Motley's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Motley was my son's 1st. grade teacher. We loved her dearly. I still have my son's picture she did for Mother's Day. I will always cherish it. (That was years ago.) My thoughts & prayers are with her family.

Nathan & Becky Jackson

June 4, 2010

Psalms 27:14 To Jermone (Football) we are truly sorry for your loss. May the sweet and precious memories of your mother be of comfort to you in the days to come.

No more grief or sorrow,
No more suffering or pain,
Now there is everlasting peace
Because the angel's came.

You are in our prayers. GOD bless you.

waldorf brooks

June 4, 2010

The family of waldorf brooks send there love to the macklin family.May you alway remember barbara the way she was.May jehovah keep you strong.

June 4, 2010

Motley Family,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand and comfort you with his everlasting love. Soror Motley was a dear friend of my family, she will be missed.
Elinda Daniel-Jefferson

Stella Grant

June 3, 2010

To the Family of Barbara Macklin Carey Motley: I am deeply greived to hear of my childhood friend's passing. Its always difficult to hear of the passing of a friend that one has known a lifetime. I cannot remember a time that the Macklin family was not part of Sundays at Sweet Union, with Mr. Macklin on the organ and Mrs. Macklin on the piano. Barbara and I sang together from elementary school to High School. We used to talk Sundays by phone,... so many memories. I will never forget her and will always cherish our friendship. I extend my sincere condolences to her son, brother and other family members. May God Bless and Keep each and every one of you.
Stella Miller Grant

June 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Barbara's family.She has reached the end of her journey here on earth and is now in a better place....no pain; no suffering. You cannot see or touch her; just listen with your heart and you will feel her love all around you.

Elaine Taylor Neal Denver, Colorado

June 2, 2010

We rejoice in our wonderful memories of Barbara C. Motley and thank God for her fun-loving and encouraging spirit. Mrs. Motley gave so much to her family, friends, and students. She will always be loved, respected, and cherished; she will never be forgotten.

Jerome and the entire family will be ever-present in our prayers.

Vickie Meeks Miller and the Meeks & Wimbush Families

Mildred P. Stephens

June 2, 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.

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