Barbara Ann Blackshear

Blackshear - Barbara Ann Blackshear, age 71, of Macclenny, Florida passed away on February 25, 2025, at UF Health Jacksonville. Barbara was born in Lake City, Florida on January 1, 1954, and raised by her loving parents, Betty Joanne Read and Robert I. "Bob" Lambright, Sr. She grew up in Baker County. Barbara graduated from Baker County High School in 1971 and furthered her education at Lake City Community College. Clifford Lee Blackshear and Barbara were happily married on November 25, 1994, and shared an amazing life together with their two sons. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Following school, Barbara enjoyed her career as a Bank Teller at Citizens Bank in Macclenny, as an Office Manager at Baulmer, Bradford, and Walters Law Firm in Jacksonville, Receptionist at the Baker Press, and a clerical position at the Chamber of Commerce. Barbara's eye for detail and her creativity helped in her final career as Partner of Moonlight Blessings. Barbara and Audrey Kennedy started their company in 2011, and Barbara retired in October of 2024. Barbara loved people, had a true servants heart and was known for her kindness and generosity. Her love for others was evident in all she did, and it was felt by those she encountered. Barbara was the event planner of her family; always bringing elegance and beauty to each occasion. She was most passionate about her family, spending precious time with them, and creating everlasting memories. Barbara lived to the fullest, took opportunities to travel to new places, and she especially enjoyed trips to the beach and the mountains. Barbara was a woman of faith and had a deep love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Macclenny and was involved in many church activities. Barbara loved scrapbooking with her fellow, Sassy Scrapers, and enjoyed the many trips they took together. She was deeply loved by so many and will be forever missed.
Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Cliff Blackshear of Macclenny, FL; sons, Bradley Joshua (Christina) Norman and Clayton Lee (Tabitha) Blackshear both of Macclenny, FL; parents, Betty and Robert I. "Bob" Lambright, Sr. of Macclenny, FL; brothers, Robert I. (Rebecca) Lambright, Jr. of Macclenny, FL and Timothy "Tim" (Vickie) Lambright of Clermont, GA; sister, Carrie (Brian) Dopson of Macclenny, FL; grandchildren, Keirstan (Hailey), Zoey, C.J., Logan, Bella, Brayden, and Grayson; sisters-in-law, Myra Debra Crosby and Amy Ann Blackshear; nieces and nephews, Joshua (Victoria) Lambright, Jared (Ashlie) Lambright, Jonathan (Danica) Lambright, Jesse Lambright, Elijah (Adria) Lambright, Graham (Natalie) Lambright, Kellen Dopson, Reagan Dopson, Brysen (Shelby) Dopson, Tennille Crosby, and Amber Blackshear; along with several extended family members and friends.
A Celebration of Barbara's Life will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church of Macclenny with Pastor John Shultz officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 – 11:00 am at the church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the First Baptist Church of Macclenny Imagine a Place Sanctuary Improvements Fund, https://fbcmac.churchcenter.com/giving. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. TODD FERREIRA FUNERAL SERVICES, 250 North Lowder Street, Macclenny, FL 32063 (904) 259-5700. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family's guest book.