Sue Colville Barber

Sue Colville Barber obituary, Benson, NC

Sue Colville Barber

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Sue Barber Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cape Fear Crematory, Inc. - Stedman on Mar. 2, 2026.
Mrs. Sue Colville Barber, 86, of Benson, NC passed asway on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in SECU Hospice House, Smithfield, NC with her family by her side.

Sue was born in Johnston County, North Carolina on January 10, 1940 to the late Richard C. and Mamie Adams Colville.

Sue was predeceased by her husband, Max H. Barber and longtime friend, JT Stewart.

Sue leaves behind to cherish her memory, daughter, Wyndee B. Langdon and husband Andy of Siler City, NC; son, Max H. Barber Jr and wife Cynthia of Benson, NC; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

She was a member of Coats Church of God where a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Reverend Hollis Fedrick will be officiating. The family will receive friends and family immediately following the ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SECU Hospice House, 426 Hospital Road, Smithfield, NC 27577 or Coats Church of God, 223 S. Isabella Street, Coats, NC 27521.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

14

Service

Coats Church of God

223 S. Isabella Street, Coats, NC 27521

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Mar

14

Memorial service

Coats Church of God

223 S. Isabella Street, Coats, NC 27521

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels