Richmond, Virginia
ELLINGTON, Barbara F. "Barb," 57, of Midlothian, entered into eternal rest January 7, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Randy Ellington; two children, Sarah Ellington and Matthew Ellington and his fiancee, Katie Duncombe; two sisters, Pam Meyers and her husband, Bill, and Mary Weidner and her husband, John; brother, Carl Fives; niece, Kim Lease, and numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Colonel Paul Edward Fives, and mother, Beatrice Sharkey Fives. Barb graduated from Walsingham Academy in Williamsburg. She attended Mary Washington College and graduated from MCV School of Nursing. She worked as a pediatric nurse at Chippenham Hospital and worked in the family business, Becker and Ellington Security Systems. She was a past member of the Midlothian Junior Women's Club and a past board member of St. Edward-Epiphany School PTA. She served in various ministries at the Church of the Epiphany. She was an avid tennis player, hiker and biker. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated 7 p.m. Monday at the Church of the Epiphany Roman Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Epiphany , 11000 Smoketree Dr., Richmond, Va. 23236.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
I continue to remember Barbara often. Her warmth, her smile and the calm serenity she possessed. She carries a cherished place in the hearts and memories of all those whose paths she crossed. How I wish that today's world had more like her in it. She was and is one of the brightest stars in the sky.
Karen Caruthers
January 03, 2026
Requiem aeternam dona eis, Domine. Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
Fidelium animae, per misericordiam Dei, requiescant in pace. Amen.
April 09, 2024
Barb was a light that shined bright on this earth. Heaven has to be a brighter place because of her presence there.
Karen Whitton
January 06, 2023 | CHESTERFIELD, VA | Friend
My words to describe and define Barbara would have to include beautiful, caring and compassionate, gentle, presence, warm....I could go on for quite awhile. Barbara had a gift of making all who came in contact with feel as if they were the only ones she was talking to. I think of her often and miss the warmth of her smile and eyes that twinkled like stars. Randy, I hope that you and the children can take comfort in knowing that one day you will all be together again.
Peace.
Karen Caruthers
January 03, 2022 | Richmond, VA | Acquaintance
It is difficult to grasp that Barb has been gone for these many years. I did not know her well unfortunately but loved her just the same. I never saw her without her beautiful smile and a twinkle in her eyes. I still think of her and remember her fondly. Randy, you and your children were so blessed to have had her as a wife and a mother. She was, and still is, a beautiful soul. I hope you, Sarah and Matthew are well and at peace.
Karen Caruthers
January 03, 2021 | Richmond, VA | Acquaintance
I just read my VCU Connections Magazine and was so saddened to learn that Barb has gone to be with her Lord. We worked many hours on the Pediatric floor at Chippenham Hospital and I loved her very much. Many fond memories of a very special lady. May God bless you and your family.
Debbie Harris
January 07, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Randy, I just read my VCU Connections Magazine and am saddened to learn thay Barbara was sick and has passed on. We graduated fron MCV together. I remember the happy times when you and Barabara were dating. If memory seves me correctly, Barbara was my dorm neighbor one of those years. Barbara was beautiful, intelligent, always kind and thoughtful.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dale Richter Brothers
December 22, 2011 | Elkton, VA
Randy - My thoughts and prayers are with Sarah, Matt and you during this time of sorrow. Barbara was a wonderful and caring person - a real lady in all aspects.
Ted Hess
January 27, 2011 | Daytona Beach, FL
Dear Randy, Matt, & Sarah
My deepest sympathies are with you today. I wish for you peace & comfort in the days ahead.
With Love & Fond Memories
Mary Heath
Mary Heath Swanson
January 16, 2011 | Charlotte, NC
