Barbara Swinney Clackum, 80, of Gadsden, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday March 26th, 2020. A graveside service will be held at Liberty Hill Cemetery in Phil Campbell, Alabama on Sunday March 29th, 2020. Rev. Randall Crotts will officiate. Collier-Butler funeral home is in charge of arrangements.
Barbara was a graduate of Hamilton High school. She dedicated her life to help with special needs individuals. Barbara was the founder of the Smelter Educational Center. Mrs. Clackum was a Christian her entire life and was a member at Glencoe Bible Methodist Church.
Preceding Barbara in death is her Husband Roy Clackum and her Son William Clackum.
Barbara is survived by her Son Andrew Clackum (Paj), Daughters; Kari Clackum and Suzanne Clackum, Grandson Drue Clackum, Brother; Bobby Jack Swinney (Nell), Robby Swinney (Donna), Sister Linda Swensk, and Multiple Nieces and Nephews.
Pallbearers will be Andrew Clackum, Ryan Swinney, Drue Clackum, Mason Absher, and Dalton Absher.