Barbara Jan Cantrell

Beverly, Man alive, so much time has passed and Barbara remains such a bright star in my life....our lives. I have just reread these sweet notes from some of her friends and am, again, touched by BJB's legacy. She is in Heaven right now "working the room" and being the wonderful person God created her to be. She and my precious Mandy are now friends and Sunshine knows them both. Barbara is one of our treasures in Heaven. Beverly, you continue to be in my mind as the epitimy of a beloved...

Beverly, I didn't hear about Barb's death until after the weekend. Pat Holder sent me a note on Facebook Monday, and I felt like someone punched me in the stomach! I loved Barb so very much and even now as I look at her photo, I can't believe she's not in the world any longer. Trips we took together for work and pleasure were always fun. I just loved being with her and many of my best memories include Barb. If I could be anywhere right now, it would be with Barb at night in her den watching...

Beverly......i am writing to you, becausem Mary Sims chose to write to you on Barbara's guest book and I thought that if Barbara had any desire it would include a hope that the friends you shared would get in touch with you.....you were her ever present help in her times of need......seeing your tenderness to your baby sister was always appreciated so much by me.....beautiful example of unconditional love and the spirit of servanthood...you, my dear one, are in my prayers as each day...

I knew Barbara from working with her at Brentwood Properties. She was a great leader and someone who influenced my future in property management! One of the 1st things I remember her saying to our classroom full of new managers was, “look around you, some of you will not make it here.” I was determined she wasn't talking to me! She helped you be the best you could be!

Beverly....we were so sorry to hear about Barbara...we knew she was not healthy and in rehab but did not know how sick she was...we will always remember her smile and the attention she paid to Jim's sister will never be forgotten..she is now where there are no tears and no pain. Please know we are thinking of you Beverly

Dear Rosemary, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I lost my Dad in 2004 and my mother August 1, 2005. Nothing prepares us for this kind of loss. I loved your mother. She embraced all of your friends and gave great advice. I will pray for all of you and think of you often.

Much Love, Patti Smith Carlisle

The world lost a sweet lady.We were first grade friends.

My husband and I, plus our two daughters were next door neighbors to Barbara for 21 years. She was the first neighbor we met, and the longest we ever lived next door to the same family. We will miss her laugh,smile, and wonderful sense of humor. And her Christmas goodies she baked and Beverly baked over the years. God Bless you, Barbara..
Jack, Pam, Karen Yourek Power, and Michelle Yourek