Barbara Lee Bentley

Barbara Lee Bentley, 75 of Apopka, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, in her home with her loving husband by her side. Barbara was born on September 30, 1949, in Marianna, Florida. She was the daughter of the late Roy Alvin Hobbs and Nettie Kay Roberts Daniels.

She is survived by her husband, Fred Bentley; her children, Treva Thurman Nell (Carlton) of Dillsburg, PA, Gary Bryant Thurman, Jr. (Sandy) of Chipley, FL, Terry Scott Thurman (Kayla) of Chipley, FL, Rachel Bentley of Smyrna, GA, Travis Bentley (Meisha) of Gastonia, NC; grandchildren, Lexie Kilpatrick, Lizzie Kilpatrick, Trey Thurman, Hunter Thurman, Dakota Skipper, Mikayla Skipper, Blaze Thurman, Brynli Thurman, and Ivey Grace Skipper. She is also survived by her sister, Sarah Nell Folsom of Marianna, Florida and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Barbara was a nurse for many years. Her most passionate position was with Covenant Hospice. She was a member of The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3643 where she was a past Madam President of the Auxiliary. She was a past member of the Chipley Women's Club, where she served as President, Garden Club in Marianna, Canasta Club, and Marianna Ladies of the Elks.

Barbara was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy. She had many interests and talents, including her amazing southern cooking and flower gardening. She loved to travel with her husband.

She was known to have a heart of gold and helping others. She had a smile that would light up a room and will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, with a funeral on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM at James & Sikes Funeral Home, 4278 Lafayette St., Marianna, Florida, 32446. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Marianna, FL, with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.