She was a native of Plaquemines Parish and a graduate of Buras High School. She met William C. Blackwood Sr., then married and lived a life revolving around Bill’s oil and gas industry work. Barbara was a resident of Lafayette, Houma, Moss Bluff, and finally of Baton Rouge.
Barbara was primarily a caregiver and homemaker. She had a passion for decorating, art, and gardening. She excelled at them all.
Barbara was a lifelong Catholic and volunteered for many church projects. She was especially proud of the banners and stained-glass windows she designed for St. Theodore Catholic Church in Moss Bluff.
A visitation will be held at St. Theodore Catholic Church in Moss Bluff on Thursday, March 13, 2025 beginning at 9:30 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Old Ritchie Cemetery.
Barbara is survived by two sons, William C. Blackwood, Jr. (Chris) and Benny Joe Blackwood; six grandchildren, Lesley Claire Blackwood (Eric), Monica Lynn Blackwood, Jennifer Ann Higgins (Andy), Brian Paul Blackwood (Lisa), Kevin Michael Blackwood (Lauren), and Courtney Lynn Andrepont (Matt); ten great grandchildren, Ava Keown, Van Hedrick, Betty Blackwood, Liza Blackwood, Andy Blackwood, Isla Blackwood, Reid Blackwood, Lana Blackwood, Levi Andrepont, Hollis Andrepont; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and godchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Blackwood, Sr.; her parents, Benjamin and Marguerite Weber Hoskin; brother and sister-in-law, Raymond and Joycelyn Hoskin; sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Donald Albarado.
Our gratitude goes to the Russos for including Mom in family dinners and get togethers. Special thanks to Brenda Harris and Angela Thomas for caring for Mom in her final year of life.
Hixson Funeral Home of Moss Bluff is in charge of all funeral arrangements.
