M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Barbara Ann Walton

Barbara Ann Walton was born one of many seeds out of the garden of the late Mr. Henry Roberts and Neather Roberts on August 10, 1946 in Fairfax, SC. She attended the public school of Allendale County.

Barbara's life did not start easy because she was born to tenant farmers. Her parents did not have much but they raised several children. Unfortunately, her father passed prior to her mother leaving her mother and eldest siblings to help support and care for the family.

Barbara along with her siblings had a hard life being raised during the Jim Crow era in the South. They were not valued or seen as being human but instead property although slavery was over. However, they did not give up hope.

Barbara along with her siblings migrated North for better opportunities. The road was rocky at times and even seemed hopeless but they preserved and moved forward because they had each other. Family was extremely important to them growing up and they always lived in close proximity to one another.

Barbara did well for herself to have a limited education. She often excelled at any job she was given in the manufacturing industry.

Many times she mentored young people at whatever job she was on trying to encourage them to get an education and stand up for their rights.

She lived a comfortable life that she enjoyed. She loved the Lord. She was no nonsense, strong and independent.

I believe she fulfilled her purpose through feeding people. She was passionate about cooking and enjoyed it. She was taught if someone was hungry, feed, if someone was thirsty, give something to drink.

She was resilient and beautiful but in the end, she was fighting a battle, unfortunately that she did not win.

In addition, to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by (4) Brothers: Cecil, Tommy, Frank and John; (4) Sisters: Sara, Mary, Emily, and Juanita; (1) Great-Granddaughter: Kiera; (1) Brother-in-law: John Simmons.

Her loving memory will be cherished by her daughter: Phyllis M. Brown; Fayetteville, NC; (2) Grandsons: Kenneth Brown Jr.; Grovetown, GA and Dorian R. Brown (Victoria), VA; (5) Great Grandchildren: Nashua; Atlanta, GA., Luano, Willingboro, NJ, Jaden and Kenneth III, both of Grovetown, GA and Keiana (GA); (4) Siblings: Adeline Simmons, Orangeburg, SC., Reather Holmes, East Orange, NJ, Luther Roberts, Sellers, SC and Shirley (Tom) Sherrod, Wilson, NC; Cousin: Deadre Gregory, East Orange, NJ,. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

“A SERVICE ABOVE SELF”

Please remember to keep the Walton family lifted in prayer.

You may email condolences to: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

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Sending our sincere condolences to Phyllis and her Family, May GOD hold you close and you find comfort and carry you through, Love Grace and the Grace Family.

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Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family Phyllis. RIH Ms. Walton LOVE, the Noel and Johnson Families

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Seven trees were planted by the Gregory Family May these roots represent Barbara's strength and may the growing branches represent the far-reaching connections that she has made amongst family and friends. We love you, The Gregory Family

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Sending our deepest love and support to you and your family as we celebrate the life Ms. Barbara Walton. Love Trena & Darryl McTeer.

- Robert McTeer

May the God of all peace and strength comfort you during this time of sorrow; and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! Pastor Morris L. White, Jr. Latta, SC

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My condolences and sympathy to Adaline Simmons and families, may God give you strength while going through this storm.

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Prayers to you all especially Phyllis during the passing of your mom & loved one. My sincerest condolences to you all as Barbara was a loving woman with an infectious smile. Love y'all

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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