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Barbara Hambly Obituary
Clarksville - Barbara Ruth Hambly, age 77, of Clarksville, TN passed away Friday, October 2, 2020 at St. Thomas West Hospital. Barbara was born on March 3, 1943 in Blue Ridge Summit, PA to the late Paul and Eva Gladhill. Barbara was a homemaker, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an excellent cook. Barbara attended the Church of God for over 35 years and served her church as the director of the daycare center for 5 years. She also sold Avon for over 30 years and was a member of the President's club multiple times. Left to cherish Barbara's memory is her husband of 59 years, Ernest Hambly of Clarksville, TN; four daughters, Tina McLaughin (Brian) of NC, Judy Schutte (John) of Yulm, WA, Carla Mills (Keith) of Greenbrier, TN and Kelly Dennis (Joey) of OK. She is also survived by two brothers, Sunny and Timmy Gladhill, both of Blue Ridge Summit, PA; 3 sisters, Katherine Borne, Marty Gladhill and Laura Toms all of Blue Ridge Summit, PA; as well as 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by sister, Nancy Gladhill. Visitation for Mrs. Hambly will be held at Gateway Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 3:00 P.M. till 6:00 P.M. The service will be Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 11:00 A.M; with one hour of visitation prior. Pastor Jack Evans will be officiating. Interment will follow immediately after service at Resthaven Memorial Gardens.
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Lynn mccreery
October 6, 2020
Mrs Hambly was a beautiful lady enjoyed knowing her . My friend I loved you dearly Rest in Peace my friend may god keep you at peace
Jim & Shirrin Hutchens
October 5, 2020
We always enjoyed chatting with Barbara. A very soft spoken lady who enjoyed life. She enjoyed the car shows and club functions. We will miss Barbara, but we are happy that she and Ernie are our friends. RIP Barbara. Jim & Shirrin Hutchens
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