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Barbara Causey Obituary

Barbara Spiers Causey, of Williamsburg, VA, formerly from Terre Haute, IN, passed away Monday, July 25. Born in Roanoke, VA to Robert Jarratt Spiers and Helen Virginia Hankla. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1961 from Westhampton College - University of Richmond. She received her Master's in Education from University of Virginia in 1963. Barbara retired in the Williamsburg area in 1999.

She was active in her church working in the Bruton Parish Church Gift store, as an Usher, and Bible Study Leader, P.E.O. Chapter BJ, President of the 9-hole Golf group, Wine and Dine member, and Bridge Club. She was a member of the Kingsmill Resort and also attended William and Mary football games. She was an active supporter of Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, University of Richmond, University of Virginia, the College of William and Mary, and the Muscarelle Museum of Art. Barbara was a science teacher in Terre Haute, IN and at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach.

She was proceeded in death by her husband, Robert Edwin George Causey of Williamsburg, VA and son Andrew Lewis Causey of Stoughton, MA. She is survived by her daughter Bonnie Causey Johnson and her husband Kurt of Norfolk, VA; and son Robert Edwin Causey, and his wife Eliza of Montpelier, VA; and daughter-in-law Nicole Pastena Causey of Stoughton, MA and brother and sister-in-law Robert Jarratt and Betty Ann Spiers of Richmond, VA. She was a beloved grandmother to Kara, Kristin, and Blake Johnson; Michael and Charlotte Causey; and Andrew Causey, A funeral service will be held Thursday, Aug 4 at 11 a,m. at Bruton Parish Episcopal, 201 Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the following organizations in memory of Barbara Causey: University of Richmond, Office of Donor Relations, 110 UR Drive, Richmond, VA 23173, In Memorial to Barbara Spiers Causey, Class of '61, University of Virginia, School of Education & Human Development Foundation, P.O. Box 37963, Boone, Iowa 50073; Scholarship Fund for Future Teachers, or to Bruton Parish Church, P.O. Box 3520, Williamsburg, VA 23187-3520. Online condolences may be offered to the family at hdoliver.com.

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Published by Daily Press on Jul. 31, 2022.

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Robert "Jarratt" Spiers, Jr. (Bobby)

July 25, 2025

As her little brother, I will always remember and love my older sister Barbara. On this 2nd year anniversary of her passing, I have now reached her age. Barbara always made room on her plate to help me which I have been eternal grateful! Her legacies have now passed on to her children and grandchildren. Thank you again Sis for always being making time for me. May you rest in peace. I am so very proud of the many accomplishments you obtained here on earth! Love to you always, your "baby" brother Bobby

Bobby Spiers

July 26, 2024

As Barbara's only sibling and younger brother, I can only enjoy now the many accomplishments made by her children and grandchildren. My sister and I grew quite close as we obtained adulthood together. Barbara has always been there for me. I have lots of memories. I love you, Sis!

Robert ("Bobby") J. Spiers, Jr.

July 26, 2023

I will always miss my older sister and only sibling. Barbara always had/made time for her younger brother. For me, I will always cherish her in helping me to make the transition from military life to that of academics. As we celebrate this first year anniversary since her passing, I just want to say, I LOVE YOU DEARLY!! -- Bobby

Robert ("Bobby") Jarratt Spiers, Jr.

November 4, 2022

Barbara was my older sibling and only sister. As a child growing up and later as an adult, I always looked up to my sister and was quite proud of her many accomplishments. I later confided in her for advice on many issues. Barbara was an excellent listener for me on many subjects. I will always admire her as a parent. She will be sorely missed by many who came in contact with her -- certainly me, her brother. I will always love you Barbara.

Susan Hankla

November 2, 2022

Barbara was my Grace Kelly. Her photo was prominently displayed on our mutual grandmother Hankla's TV set in Radford, VA. Perhaps because of that, I have always looked up to Barbara as an example of how to be. She will be missed and loved always beyond measure.

Susan Hankla

August 2, 2022

My first cousin, Barbara was always loving to my husband and me, opening her home to us on wonderful occasions of fellowship and fun. Jack and I send our love and condolences to Barbara's children and grandchildren. This is a tremendous loss.

Rosemary Marrero

August 1, 2022

I will truly miss a loving and caring friend! My prayers are going out to all of the family at this difficult time.

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