Barbara Jean Snavely

She was born in Hawkins County, Tennessee on January 7, 1932 to the late Hiram and late Maude Ellen Vermillian Brooks.

Barbara worked in the sewing industry and was a homemaker. She was a loving wife to Henry for 57 years. They met at work at the Kingsport Press, were married, and provided a happy, loving home. She was a wonderful mother to three children. She was active in their school activities and church functions. She enjoyed cooking. Her Mexican Cornbread was a favorite of her family. Her cakes won ribbons at the local fair. She also had a love for reading. She often could be found with the Bible or a book in her hand. She passed this love of reading on to her children.

Barbara was preceded in death by brothers Billy Gale Brooks and Ray Brooks; and, sisters Mary Hunt and Louise Gilreath.

She is survived by husband, Henry Snavely; Children, Cathy Noe (Robert), Susan McGuire (Jon), and Jim Snavely; Sister, Faye Lewis; Grandchildren, Joshua Noe, Nicholas Noe, Jon McGuire II (Crystal), Lauren McGuire, and Brooke McGuire; Great Grandchild, Jon McGuire III

A Celebration of Barbara's Life will be held Monday, May 16 at 2pm at GracePointe Church, Lester Road, Apopka.

In lieu of flowers…..To help find a cure for Alzheimer’s: Alzheimer Research or help children have books to read: Rock Springs Elementary Media Center, 2400 Rock Springs Road, Apopka, FL 32712

Condolences may be offered at www.grissomfh.com

Arrangements under the direction of Grissom Funeral Home and Crematory, Kissimmee, FL.