Barbara Sue "Smith" Warner

Barbara Sue "Smith" Warner obituary, Magnolia, AR

Barbara Sue "Smith" Warner

Barbara Warner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. - Magnolia on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Barbara Sue (Smith) Warner, 82, of Magnolia, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Wentworth Place Griffin House in Magnolia.

Sue was born July 18, 1943, in El Dorado, Arkansas to Hildres and Agnes Marie (Basham) Smith. She was the co-owner and office manager of Warner Appliance Service for 54 years.

She loved to do crossword puzzles, sewing, and camping until she lost her sight several years ago. She had a phenomenal memory, (she was not in need of a computer or smart phone) always remembering her family and friend's birthdays and phone numbers. She was also a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved her family deeply.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Charlotte Anderson and Linda Johnson; stepbrothers, Robert Phillips and Larry Phillips. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Raymond Warner; son, Kenneth and wife Patti; grandsons, Brian Warner and wife Kelsey of Rogers and Ben Warner and wife Brianna of Denver, Colorado; great grandchildren, Abby, Luke, Annabeth, and Elena; stepsisters, Alice Shinn and Wanda Peterson; and a host of extended family and friends.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., in Magnolia. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Eric Goble officiating.

Pallbearers will be Larry Davis, Ron Madding, Scott Pope, Darrel Madding, Mikey Adams, and Khai Faught.

Memorial donations may be made to Carti Cancer Cetner, 8901 Carti Way, Little Rock, AR 72205 or Steel Magnolias, 5 Regal Row, Magnolia, AR 71753.

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