Sharon Barnard, born December 18, 1962, formerly of Long Beach, MS, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday March 28, 2018 in Ridgeland MS. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Reaux, her brother Louis Reaux Jr., and sister Tina Reaux. She is a graduate of Long Beach High School Class of 1980 and attended MS Gulf Coast Community College, Gulfport. She was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi in Madison, MS. She is lovingly survived by her childhood sweetheart, soulmate and husband of 36 years, John W. Barnard, Nicole Hayman; daughter, Lauren Barnard; daughter, Michael Barnard; son, Olivia Barnard; daughter-in-law, Lisa Jamil; sister, and Tim Jamil; brother-in-law. She was a very loving and remarkable “GiGi” to three grandchildren; Brody Hayman, Grayson Barnard and Kinsley Barnard. Her family, extended family, and friends will forever remember her as a selfless and giving person, always putting other’s needs before her own. She enjoyed traveling, beach vacations and spending time with her family. She enjoyed reading, gardening and home decorating.
Funeral services include Visitation at St. Francis of Assisi located 4000 W. Tidewater Lane in Madison, MS on Monday April 2, 2018 from 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m. with Mass beginning at noon. Burial will follow at Parkway Memorial Cemetery located at 1161 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland MS.
