Barbara J. Rathmann

Still in our hearts 16 years later. What a legacy to leave behind. Much LOVE, Rich & Cheryl

I lost my Grandmother three months ago. Since her death I have felt as though someone ripped my heart from my chest. She was not only my grandmother, she was my friend. She was always singing to us even when we were older and I guess you could say too old, but grams never thought so. Her life as a grandmother was so full I feel she thought of all of us kids as her own. I wish she could be back here on Earth instead of heaven with Grandpa, but I know she is happy up the being a grandmother to...

When I found out that I had lost my another one of my best friends died, It felt like my heart was ripped from my chest. When I went home for my grandmothers funeral I tried not to really think about it and the fact that she was gone. I love her and miss her so much. she was an extremely special woman and was an extremely greater grandmother.

Grandma I hope you are happy, we will all miss you.
PEACE BE WITH YOU AND GOD SPEED.

Our other Mom, I know your children and all of us adopted kids will miss you the rest of our lives. Your heart was large enough for all of us. I didn't know the extent of your family until the service. I probably missed the thousands more who called you friend, MOM, grandma, etc. I don't feel as though you are gone from us. You and Larry are just on another adventure until we can meet again. I want to thank you for teaching me how to make the best buffalo wings in the Smoky Mountains,(sure...

Our dearest wishes to the entire clan - Barbara was indeed a GREAT LADY and I think of her often. With great sympathy, Janet, Paul, Carolyn and Tommy Sanderlin.

Our prayers and sympathy to the entire Rathman family on the passing of Barbara. Life seems so unfair to take her so soon after the loss of Larry just a few month ago. I believe there is a greater plan, one that was meant to keep Barbara and Larry together for eternity.

When Laureen and I became friends, Barbara became a second mom too. And boy was I the beneficiary of that relationship! She was an unbelievably loving & generous woman, even during her own family's hardships. I...

When talking to people it's so funny when they ask how we're related. Is Larry my Mom's brother? No. Is Barbara my Dad's sister? No. Then how are they your Aunt and Uncle? - I say by choice. We grew up closer than friends - we grew up family. We will miss them both very much. Larry, Mark, Laureen and Michelle, stay in touch!!
Love, Debbi (Woodman) Smith

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I really wish I would have done a better job of staying in touch over the years. The Rathmann/Woodman visits over the years were truly special, and always memorable.

We will both miss Barbara,her warmth,her smile, her laugh, her hugs,her friendship. Thank you for sharing the love of your home and family with us.With loving memories and grieving hearts. Bob and Kate Upman