Barbara Darlene Sorrells

Barbara Darlene Sorrells obituary

Barbara Darlene Sorrells

Barbara Sorrells Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Smoky Mountain Cremations and Funeral Service on Feb. 17, 2026.
Barbara Darlene Sorrells, 67, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026. She was born on March 15, 1958, to the late Margaret Ellen Morgan and James Theodore Sorrells.

She was the only daughter of five children, and the last surviving sibling to her brothers Michael, Lester, Tommy and Johnny.

Barbara was very loved and will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. She

will be remembered for her ability to bring smiles and laughter wherever she went. She treated everyone like family and was a mother figure to many in her life. Barbara would tell you that her greatest accomplishment was her five children: Regina Smith, Billy Smith, Melody Conn, Bradly Conn and Jaleha Baylson. She had many "grandbabies" that she loved unconditionally, and who affectionately called her "Mimi Barb". Barbara lived a full and sometimes hard life, and has finally found peace, reuniting with passed-on family who have been waiting for her. She'll finally be able to hold her Billy once again in heaven. Love you, Mom.

Per Barbara's wishes, no formal services are planned.

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