She was born September 24, 1923 in Conway, Arkansas to the late Alies Alexander Parsons and Marietta Livingston Parsons.
She served her country in the United States Army as a registered nurse.
Private memorial services will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.coblewardsmithwilmington.com.
The staff of Coble Ward-Smith is honored to serve the family of Barbara Lucille Reed.