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Barbara Harrison Obituary
February 4, 1937 - January 13, 2024
Barbara Solomon "Big H" Harrison, 86, of Roanoke went home to be with the Lord Saturday, January 13, 2024. She was preceded by her husband, Raymond L. Harrison; brother, Edward Solomon; and parents, Mary Ennis and Hunter Joseph Solomon.
Barbara was a graduate of Roanoke Catholic High School and attended National Business College. She worked for a time at General Electric and later worked for and retired from the Roanoke Moose Lodge. She was an avid Notre Dame Sports fan and had coached basketball at New Castle High School.
Surviving are her children, David Kibler (Cathy), Mark Harrison (Stacey), and Renee Harrison Popielarz (Richard); grandchildren, Samantha Kibler Hill (Josh), Allison Kibler, Brandon Kibler, Logan Harrison (Madee), Bryce Harrison, Conner Popielarz, and Justin Popielarz; great grandchildren, Jack Hill and Baylor Harrison; sister, Dorothy Rogers; sister-in-law, Peggy Nimmo; and numerous nieces and nephews including, Susan Solomon and Michelle Wilson.
A memorial service will be held Noon, Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
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5160 Peters Creek Road Roanoke, VA 24019
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Linda Smith
January 18, 2024
My heart goes out to the family of their loss ....she was the most lovely ,sweetest funny and caring woman I ever met! She believed in family and loved everyone dearly.I will never forget you Ms H YOU will always be forever in my heart
Kristi and Phil
January 17, 2024
Barbara was always in the best spirits with a big smile on her face! Everyone that knew her loved her so much, she was one of a kind. She loved her family so much and will be missed. Everytime my husband was deployed over his 30 years in the army she would write him letters, it meant so much to us! Prayers for the family!
Victoria Carkin
January 17, 2024
So sorry for your loss. She was the kindest person .
I remember her laughter . Vickie Carr Carkin
Phyllis Ayers
January 17, 2024
David,My family is saddened to learn of the loss of
Your dear Mother. Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Phyllis Ayers
Sherry Massie
January 17, 2024
Dave, Mark, Renee and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! Barbara was a wonderful lady! She was loved by so many. Praying for Peace, Comfort and Strength at this time. I am thinking of you and sending prayers. Love, Sherry
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