She is the daughter of the late Lawrence and the late Freida Horton Hammett of Cherokee County, SC.
Preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Leroy F. Barden Jr., and her son, Dr. Leroy F. (Eva) Barden III.
Survived by her daughter Brenda Barden; Grandchildren Tracy (Lance) Wright, Leroy F. (Sarah) Barden IV, Crystal (Nathan) McDonald, Norma (Jeff) Broadway, and Ruth (Lonnie) Rhodes.
Dorothy lived a full life and had the opportunity to travel the world with her husband. She was an avid reader and loved to work in her garden. Most remember her for her sense of humor.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice of Nashville, 1718 Patterson St Nashville, TN 37203.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Woodlawn-Roesch-PattonFH.com for the Barden family.