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Barbara Abbott Obituary
Barbara Jean Arrington Abbott, 75, of Forest, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 28, 2021. She was born on November 7, 1945, in Bedford, Va., a daughter of the late W. Ellis Arrington and Mildred Wilkerson Arrington. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Walt Dyba; two brothers, Ellis Carroll Arrington and Kenny O. Arrington; and one sister-in-law, Sandra Arrington.
Barbara was a very dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to so many. She loved her Lord and Savior and was a pillar in Mt. Hermon Baptist Church. She often played the piano and would sing for church events. She also enjoyed gardening, working with flowers, decorating, cooking and her role as Mrs. Clause at Christmas with her husband Wayne. Her family was her everything, especially her grandkids. Barbara was also a member of the Goode Rescue Squad Auxiliary and was a very patriotic woman who loved her country.
Barbara is survived by her loving husband, C. Wayne Abbott; four daughters, Pamela Dyba, Rita Parker and husband, Dwayne, Angela Gerni and husband, Josh, and Melissa Gaddy Hamilton and husband, Chris; two stepchildren, Kristen Graham and husband, Scott, and Dwayne Abbott; nine grandchildren, Sam Dyba, Jacob Dyba, Luke Dyba, Kelsey Gerni, Sophia Gerni, Emma Gerni, Bella Parker, Everett Graham and Iris Graham; one brother, Lynwood E. Arrington and wife, Sheilah; one sister-in-law, Virginia "Ginny" Arrington. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
For those wishing to make memorial contributions in Barbara's memory please consider the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Local Missions, c/o Theresa Key, 3275 Joplin Road, Bedford, VA 24523. Flowers are welcome.
A funeral service and celebration of Barbara's life will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at Tharp Funeral Chapel with the Rev. John Boyles officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford.
To send condolences online please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.
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Laura Toms
February 2, 2021
Sam, so sorry to hear of your grandmother´s passing. I know you were close to her and will miss her very much. Prayers and sympathy to you and the family.
Janet Brooks
January 31, 2021
I remember Barbara from The Summit when she was activity director and my mother was in the nursing home. She was so sweet and always so kind to the residents and their families. I have seen her occasionally around in Lynchburg and it had been nice catching up with her and she was always so proud of her beautiful family. I am so sorry to hear of your lose, she was a very special person. Love and prayers to all of the family and friends.
Peggy Noell
January 31, 2021
A great Lady!
Liz Beverly
January 31, 2021
Barbara and I grew up together as our mothers were very best friends. She loved life, loved people, and, above all, loved God and her family. Rest easy, our dear friend. You blessed us richly.
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