Graveside service for Barbara Neal Simms, age 81 of Fayetteville, will be conducted Friday at 1 PM at Stewart Cemetery with Bro. Tommy Graham officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Barbara was born on July 2, 1939 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Thomas and Aliene Renfro Henderson. She worked as a fabric cutter for Jonathan Logan until their closing, and then she went home to care for her family. Barbara was of the Baptist faith. She passed away on January 20, 2021 at her residence.
Survivors include her children, Randy (Rhonda) Wilbanks, David (Wanda) Wilbanks, Jack (Donna) Simms, Jerry (Susan) Simms; granchildren, Wesley (Kelly) Wilbanks, Ashley Norris, Zachary (Erica) Wilbanks, Christopher Wilbanks, Christin Wilbanks, Mark (Brandi) Simms, Mindy (Joe) Jennings, Jennifer Simms, Jason Simms; great-grandchildren Trey, Jayden, Blakelynn, Baylin, Caiden, Chloe, Cabella, Brice, Braylon, Brady, Farrah, and Samuel. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Wayne Simms, daughter, Debbie Pennington, and brother, Larry Henderson.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Ms. Barbara Neal Simms.
17 Comments To "Barbara Neal Simms"
#1 Comment By Anne Beddingfield On January 21, 2021 @ 12:34 pm
I extend my deepest sympathy. Prayers for comfort for the family
#2 Comment By Ashley Norris On January 24, 2021 @ 12:34 am
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#3 Comment By James Laster On January 21, 2021 @ 4:18 pm
I’m so sorry for the family
#4 Comment By Ashley Norris On January 24, 2021 @ 12:34 am
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#5 Comment By Sarah (Renfro) White Stemen On January 21, 2021 @ 6:09 pm
Barbara, like her mother Aliene, was a beautiful lady and a gentle soul. She will be missed. Prayers for God’s hand to heal your hearts,
Blessings
Cuz Sarah (Renfro) White Stemen
#6 Comment By Van and Melissa Massey On January 21, 2021 @ 7:32 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and praying for you all.
Van & Melissa Massey
#7 Comment By Terry Lewter On January 21, 2021 @ 7:38 pm
So sad to hear this! My deepest condolences to all the family and friends! Barbara was not only my cousin, but a very sweet person and soul! I will always remember you Cuz!
#8 Comment By Neil Honey On January 21, 2021 @ 7:42 pm
Randy, you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
#9 Comment By Brenda Perry Brooks Edwards On January 22, 2021 @ 4:43 am
So very sorry for your loss. She will be missed
#10 Comment By Melissa McCool On January 22, 2021 @ 11:10 am
Jerry and Susan
I am so sorry for the passing of Mrs. Simms. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. With Love Melissa
#11 Comment By Chaplain Charlie Dionne On January 22, 2021 @ 12:21 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with miss Wanda and all the family of Barbara. May you feel the embrace of the Holy Spirit’s comfort.
#12 Comment By Wanda and David Wilbanks On January 25, 2021 @ 10:14 pm
Thank you.
#13 Comment By Paula Arnold Dollar On January 22, 2021 @ 12:32 pm
Randy, Rhonda and all of the family, I am so sorry for your loss.
#14 Comment By Teri Pitts On January 22, 2021 @ 2:10 pm
Randy, Rhonda and entire family:
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you!
Love and Blessings,
Teri Marty Pitts
#15 Comment By Lisa Russell On January 22, 2021 @ 4:34 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Ms Barbara. She was very kind to me .I spent a lot of time with Debbie as a teenager. I will miss them both so very much. To Randy, Rhonda and David and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my prayers.❤️
#16 Comment By Wanda and David Wilbanks On January 25, 2021 @ 10:16 pm
Thank you for your kind words.
#17 Comment By Bobbie Renfro Queen On January 27, 2021 @ 2:09 pm
So sorry to hear that our dear “cuz’ Barbara has passed away. We were such good friends although we lived miles apart. Thank you David for calling our home to give us the sad news. Prayers for our family to heal for we lost an angel on earth who is in heaven now with our heavenly family.