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Shelba Barr Obituary
Shelba Jean Barr, 82, of Hillsville, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mrs. Barr was born in Carroll County to the late Tipton W. and India Howlett Davis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Dorless Lee Barr; son, Douglas N. Barr; sister, Callie Vass; brothers, Robert T. Davis and Dwaine M. Davis; son-in-law, Jerel Turman; and daughter-in-law, Sandra Barr.
Mrs. Barr was a long-time member of Gladesboro Lutheran Church. She graduated from Radford University and retired from the Carroll County School System. Mrs. Barr taught at Gladesboro Elementary School, Dugspur Elementary School and St. Paul Elementary School.
Survivors include her daughter, Debbie L. Turman of Meadows of Dan; son, Richard L. Barr of Hillsville; daughter-in-law, Jill Barr of Galax; grandchildren and spouses, Marsha and Tracy Caudill of Laurel Fork, Bobby and Abby Turman of Meadows of Dan, Joshua and Nicole Barr of Hillsville, Daniel and Regina Barr of Galax, Nick Barr of Galax, and Ari Barr of Galax; great-grandchildren, Nathan Caudill and wife, Jessica, Cailyn Turman, Brittney Caudill, Eli Barr, Ethan Barr, Austin Barr, Clayton Turman and Elizabeth Barr; great-great-grandson, Forrest Caudill; and several nieces, nephews and other family members.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Gladesboro Cemetery with Pastor Jo Ann Bunn officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gladesboro Cemetery Fund. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
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The Bowmans
September 1, 2020
To all the family, we are saddened to her of Shelba's passing. My sweet memories and God's peace comfort you during this difficult time. Randy, Stephanie, and Brett
Rhonda and Kim Shropshire
August 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with Debbie,Richard, Marsha and family❤
Diane Sutphin
August 25, 2020
Loved working at Gladesboro with Shelby and Dorless! Loved having Doug as student!
Diane Sutphin
Jerry Cox
August 25, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lisa MCMILLAN-YATES
August 23, 2020
Mrs. Barr was a wonderful and kind lady and an excellent teacher. She loved all "her kids". Prayers be with the family. She will be missed.
Betty Gallagher
August 22, 2020
I have fond memories of "Shelby Jean" as we were growing up. We were cousins and in the same class at school. She was a gentle, kind soul. My sympathy to her family.
Michael and Kathy Crotts
August 22, 2020
Love and prayers for your family during this time of loss.
Mary Jane Espravnik
August 22, 2020
Debbie: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Loved working with your Mom at Dugspur. She was such a sweet and fun person to work with!
Marie S. Horton and Family
August 21, 2020
To the Family of Shelba,she was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless you all.
Peggy Slate
August 21, 2020
Richard, I’m very sorry to hear about your mom. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sabrina Hendrick
August 21, 2020
Shelby was a special person and wonderful teacher. Love and prayers for the family. Sabrina Hendrick and family.
Vera
August 21, 2020
Sincere sympathy to beloved family and friends.
Mark Shockley
August 21, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Praying for y’all
Faye Sykes
August 21, 2020
God bless you. I am sure you are singing in heaven.
Deana Bowman
August 21, 2020
Shelba was my son's teacher and he loved her dearly. She was a very special lady!
Darnell Williams
August 21, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.Darnell Williams and family
Bonnie Bowman
August 21, 2020
Richard, Debbie and all the family So sorry for your loss Shelby was a special person
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