Barbara Ann O'Pry

Barbara Ann O’Pry entered her heavenly home on Monday, December 16, 2024, embraced by the love of her Savior. A lifelong child of God, she professed her faith in Jesus Christ at the age of 10, a commitment that shaped her life and inspired those around her.

Barbara was born on December 1, 1937, in Greenville, Texas, to Geraldine Kincaid Abbott and Early Raymond Abbott. A proud graduate of Greenville High School in 1956, she married the love of her life, William “Billy Fred” O’Pry, on September 25, 1956. Together, they built a life centered on faith, family, and love. Their marriage was blessed with three children: Jennie Lynn, John Glenn, and William Fred Jr., who were the light of Barbara’s life. She became “Memaw” and her joy continued to multiply with the arrival of her three grandchildren—David, Meghan, and Kaitlyn—and her four great-grandchildren: Chilon, Mackenzie, Madison, and Brynlee.

Barbara’s love for her family extended to the kitchen, where she created delicious meals and precious memories. Cooking was not just a passion but a way to bring everyone together, passing down her recipes and the joy of preparing meals with love. Outside, Barbara found peace in organic gardening. Her flowerbeds and vegetable garden were a reflection of her nurturing spirit and her connection to God’s creation.

Barbara dedicated over 30 years to the Federal Government, with her final decade of service at the U.S. Department of Education. She was known for her hard work, integrity, and dedication.

She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Geraldine and Raymond; her husband, Billy Fred; her sisters Betty and Mary; and her brothers Stanley and James.

She is survived by her sister Dorothy; her children, Jennie and husband Ronny Henicke, John Glenn O’Pry, and William Fred O’Pry Jr.; her grandchildren, David and wife Chi Hare, Meghan and husband Josh Dill, and Kaitlyn and husband Chad Krum; her great-grandchildren, Chilon, Mackenzie, Madison, and Brynlee; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.

Barbara’s legacy of faith, love, and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Cross City Church, 1000 Airport Freeway, Euless, Texas 76039.