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Barabar Holmes Obituary
Barbara Ireland Holmes passed away Nov. 30, from complications of COVID-19. Barbara was born May 13, 1932 in Yadkin County to Jessie Brandon Ireland and William Nelson Ireland. Barbara dedicated her professional life to public school teaching and impacted the lives of countless students attending the Yadkin County Public Schools. She also developed a nationally recognized volunteer reading program for early childhood education which received an award from first lady Barbara Bush. Barbara attended West Yadkin High School and is a 1955 graduate of Duke University. She married the late George Milton Holmes from Mount Airy, who served in the North Carolina State Congress for over 30 years. Survivors include her only daughter, Jennifer Holmes Crawley and her son-in-law Sidney Allen Crawley of Kansas City, Missouri, three granddaughters, Amanda Holmes Crawley (husband Timothy Tripp) and Jennifer Lauren Crawley of Kansas City, MO Megan Elizabeth Zola (husband Dylan Zola) of Hamptonville, and two great-granddaughters, Corinne Crawley Tripp and Georgia Crawley Tripp of Kansas City, MO. Her family will remember her for her love, generosity and steadfast commitment. Due to COVID-19, graveside service will be scheduled for a later date at Flat Rock Baptist Church. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made in her honor to Flat Rock Baptist Church.
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mary emmons
December 8, 2020
I am so sorry to learn of Barbara's passing. I am her Aunt Ila's niece (on the Brown side) and always enjoyed being around her at various functions and social occasions. She was a delightful, wonderful person and will surely be missed.
Brent and Linda Steelman
December 7, 2020
JENNY and family, I’m sorry about your Mom’ s passing.She was a fine person and a great 7th grade teacher. Your parents and grandfather Nelson have a great legacy in Yadkin County and across N. C. May they all Rest In Peace. Brent and Linda Steelman, friend and student
Lee Ann Day
December 4, 2020
Jenny, Sid & family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother & grandmother. Mrs. Holmes/Barbara was a warm & loving soul that nurtured all of her students & friends with love & respect. I pray that you can find comfort in knowing she is in Heaven reuniting with George, Jessie & all that has gone before her. Love ✝
Susan Johnson
December 3, 2020
Jenny, I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I have fond
memories of her as my teacher and your family, when we were
young.
Larry Hardy
December 2, 2020
Wonderful teacher and person.
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