Barbara grew up in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, where she met her husband, JC Cartwright. They were married for 64 years.
She was born with a green thumb; her yard and home resembled a botanical garden. She was a member of the Fort Smith Garden Club, enjoying the lifelong friendships made during that time. She was also very good at a variety of arts and crafts. Flower arranging, painting, and ceramics were just a few. She was active in the Muscular Dystrophy Association in Fort Smith. She also enjoyed numerous activities with her friends and staff at Brookdale Senior Living in Fort Smith for the last several years.
Barbara was a member of Massard Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Smith, where she attended regularly.
Barbara is survived by a son, Mike, his wife Susie, a sister, Pauline DeShazio, her beloved cat, Paws, and many friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband JC, and a son, Brian.
Visitation for Barbara will be Tuesday, Sept. 27, from 5 to 7 pm. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Sept. 28, at 10:00am at Edwards Funeral Home, 201 N. 12th, Fort Smith, Ar. A family burial service will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Massard Missionary Church, 7901 Massard Rd., Fort Smith, Ar., 72916
