Barbara Rosetta Bilbro
Barbara Rosetta Bilbro
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Barbara Rosetta Bilbro, 77, of Oneonta, Alabama, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025. Born on May 5, 1948, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family. Barbara was an Alabama resident for the past 17 years, where she was loved and cherished by her sister and best friend, Judy; her nieces, Anita and Jennifer; and her nephew, Bobby.
Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Bilbro; her parents, Audrey and Harold Bradberry; her brothers, Terry Bradberry and Malcolm Ray Wright; and her nephew, Michael Smith.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Kaufman (Ralph); her son, Ronald Bilbro (Kherri); and her sisters, Judy Steger (John), Kay Johnson (Terry), Hope Spencer, Joyce Reed (Ronald), and Janice Smith. She also leaves behind many cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends who will hold her memory close to their hearts.
Barbara will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her strong spirit, and the love she poured into every relationship. She was an animal lover, blessed with a number of beloved pets throughout her life. Her family was her greatest joy, and her legacy of compassion and care will continue to live on through them.
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