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Barbara Triplett Obituary

BARBARA JEAN GRAYNED TRIPLETT, 73 LOVING MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER ROCKFORD - Barbara Jean Grayned Triplett, 73, of Rockford went home from this life after a long illness. Born Feb. 18, 1938, in Decatur, Ill., the daughter of John Henry Grayned, Sr., and Nehemiah Grayned. Longtime devoted member of Bethel Baptist Church. She was employed for many years at JL Casey, Breyer Moldings and Dyna Core, where she later retired. She was also a loving and devoted caregiver for many years to her mother and the Gaylord family. Survivors include son, Terry Grayned; and four daughters, Sheila Aubert, Debra Triplett, Michelle Triplett and Sandy Triplett, all of Rockford; seven sisters, Joan Green, Patricia Switzer, Janice Shutter, Loris (John) Rightious, Doris (Alvin) English, Denise McAllister and Sharon Grayned; six brothers, John Grayned, Jr., Otha Grayned, Sr., Willie Grayned, Richard (Marcie) Grayned; Jack Grayned and Larry (Nila) Grayned; and 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents, John Henry Grayned, Sr., and Nehemiah Grayned; sister, Shirley Barrett; niece, Theresa Mitchell; nephew, Derek Grayned; daughter-in-law, Betty Grayned; and great-grandsons Gaylon Triplett, Jr., and John Paul Harrington. Service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011, at Bethel Baptist Church, with the Rev. Kerry E. Newburn officiating. Visitation from 9 a.m. to service time. Burial in Cedar Bluff Cemetery. Arrangements by Collins & Stone Funeral Home, 128 S. Fifth St.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Oct. 4 to Oct. 5, 2011.

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Dianne Sledge'Rideout

October 9, 2011

Terry, Shelia, Debbie, Michelle and Sandy. Our prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. May God be your strenght to carry on. Barbara will be truley missed and forever cherished in all of our hearts.
Love Dianne Sledge'Rideout and Family.

Donell & Diane Foreman

October 8, 2011

To Sandy Triplett and family sorry for the lost of your mother.My prays are with the family!

sara curry

October 8, 2011

I miss my aunty Barbara.I will never forget the laugh that she had. But I know someday I will here it again. No more suffering. I will always keep the good memories I have of her stored in heart. She was truly a great person and loved by many. I love you aunty!

October 7, 2011

I am so sorry about your lose. I wish I had known about her passing, I would like to have come and seen her for just one more time, she ment so much to me, she knew how much she ment to me and that will help me because I didn't get to say my final goodby. All my love. La Veta Dixon Osf Cancer Center

Leonora (Glover) Gentry

October 6, 2011

To Sheila, Debbie, Michelle, and the rest of the the Triplett family-my heart goes out to you all. I ran into your mother a couple of years back and we just hugged and talked for quite awhile. I could not believe she remembered me but she did. Inspite of what she had been through thus far, she was so warm, loving and appreciative of still being here. She also spoke of the love she had for you girls, her grandchildren, and family as a whole. I remember not wanting to let her go-felt as though I could have kept talking to her for hours-but her she had to go. I also remember feeling so blessed to have run into her. Your Mom was quite a woman, one with such a beautiful spirit. I feel blessed to have seen her again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, may God comfort you and the memories of your Mother bring comfort to you at this very difficult time. God bless your entire family.

Laurette Brown

October 6, 2011

To the Triplett Family
May God comfort you during this time of sorrow and grief. Our families have been so close; that your loss is our loss. Barb has meant so much to so many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
The Brown Family

Beverly Irving-King

October 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 5, 2011

To the Triplett family. Barb was like a mother to me, I knew her for many years. My prayers are with all of you. God only calls his best home. He saw Barb suffering & told her to come on home to be at peace, my heart goes out to each of you. Barb will truely be missed.
Love all of you
Tosha

Bobbie (Jnet) Stevens

October 5, 2011

I am sorry to hear about the lost of Barb, she will be truely missed. R.I.P. Mother Barb

John and Thelma Sanders

October 5, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Jessica & Will Jensen

October 5, 2011

The love of a Mother is that of no other. She is preparing a home in heaven where there is no suffering, only peace. God bless.

DORIS FEARY

October 5, 2011

TO DEBBIE TRIPETT. SORRY FOR THE LOST OF YOUR MOTHER I KNOW SHE WAS A GREAT MOTHER AND FRIEND AND EVERYONE LOVE HER SHE HAD A WARM HEART AND A GOOD SOUL RIP BARB.

Henry & Georgia Wilson

October 5, 2011

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

October 5, 2011

Our heartfelt thoughts go out to your family. With concern and sympathy, we pray that love will see you through, and that time will bring you all brighter days. With sincere sympathy,
The Hines (Darrell),Green, and Harris Families

October 5, 2011

I love you Aunt Barbara. Thank you for providing comfort throughtout my childhood. I will miss your hardy laughter, beautiful smile and delicious spagetti. My prayers to my Grayned family in Illinois. May God continue to bless this family.

Thurston & Venester Sherod

October 5, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Felicia Martin

October 5, 2011

My prayers are with the entire family of Barb, I worked with her may years at Dynacorp she was like a mom to us all she will never be forgotten.

October 4, 2011

Sandy, my condolences go out to you and your family. My prayers are with you. Larry Sturdivant (Rock Island, IL)

October 4, 2011

To the Grayned/Triplett Family: I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May God continue to strengthen and bring comfort to the family. Joy Irving (Rockford, IL)

marsha pearson

October 4, 2011

I miss u granny!!! :(

Eddie& Bernadette Byox

October 4, 2011

To the Triplett Family:
May God keep you in his loving arms during your time of need. Our thoughts & prayers go out to your family.

Debra Morlen

October 4, 2011

Loris & Family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time. May you find comfort in family and friends.God bless.

Rose Ponds- Hammond

October 4, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Evangelist Madine Martin

October 4, 2011

To the Graynard/Triplett family
I offer my deepest condolences and prayers durning this time of sorrow. May the precious memories of Barb comfort you and the strenght of God substain you. Know that their is no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. God Bless

Lauticia Dawn

October 4, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

TONI BUTLER

October 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 4, 2011

Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cherish the wonderful memories may they bring you comfort.
Love The Family Of The Late Marie Lee

Johnnie & Cynthia Dishman-Moore

October 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Peggy Johnson

October 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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