Barbara A. Yarnell

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Biography: Barbara A. Yarnell, 81, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2015. She was born on July 4, 1934 in Camden, Arkansas. She was predeceased by her parents, James and Oma Margaret Yarnell and her sister, Dorothy A. Yarnell. She is survived by a few cousins and many loving friends. As an active member of many civic organizations, she will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at 1st United Methodist Church in North Little Rock on Tuesday the 26th of January 2016 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Amanda Potter Cole for the AAUW education fund at 2535 Donaghey Avenue apt 3512, Conway, Arkansas 72032 or online at AAUW.org/online. Donations may also be made to The American Cancer Society.

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Kathryn and Karen

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Boy what a time you and we have had over the many years Barbara (almost 50, but you know we never tell our real ages!). From Memphis to Vegas, From North Little Rock to Destin, Florida, and Disney World and beyond! Beach bums, travel pals, Razorback #1 fans, cookouts, Annual Celebrations, and so many good times. We miss you terribly and hope you are now frollicking with Peppy and Punzy, your beloved apricot poodle and big ole kitty. Love always, RIL your friends for life and beyond, Kathryn Birchfield and Karen Howard.

Dr. Marilyn Young

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To friends and family of Barbara

I will miss Barbara very much. She was a great friend.. we had so much fun together. We met on a cruise and have been friends for over 10 years. She was a wonderful person with a great personality and fantastic sense of humor. She served her community with a caring feeling for others.

Wilma Gunn

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Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Deeply saddened to hear the news about the recent passing of Barbara. I had not known her for years and years, but met her when I relocated to Arkansas, and joined the Hot Springs/Hot Springs Village branch of AAUW. She and I worked closely together for four years when we were both officers of AAUW at the State Level. Barbara was State President of AAUW a minimum of two of those four years; she was a valued member of AAUW, and always had a leadership position in AAUW the years that I was in contact with her. She was a delightful person, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Julie Williams

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

RIP Barbara, you touched many lives with your kindness and sweet voice. You will be warmly remembered.

Pam Abrams

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Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I had the pleasure of meeting Barbara several years ago when she was working to re-establish the Women's Commission. She immediately became my role model. I loved her as a sister in the struggle. The last couple of years we became very close as members of the GLRFWC. She was truly a lady, a servant, an encourager, and most of all a true friend. Rest in Love and Peace my Friend.

Sue Wynkoop

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Regret to see Barbara has passed on. Have known her for about 50 years but lost touch this last year due to my illness. I worked with her at the Arkansas Lung Association back in the 60's. She was an enthusiastic person with many projects keeping her busy.

Mary Lou Davenport

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I worked with BARBARA for several years in the tourism industry. At one time she managed the State's tourist information center in Helena and then she moved to NLR and managed the information center for the A&P Commission. She was good with the public, always on time for work and she made sure the American flag was flying in front of the building!
She always stayed in touch with me, especially on holidays. I miss her already!

Donna Moore

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Barbara was a distant cousin. We didn't see each other much but my memories of her were her soft voice, kindness and southern grace. It is wonderful to read comments about her involvement in women's clubs and her joy of preserving family memorabilia.

Maria Jones

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Barbara was a great mentor and friend. I enjoyed working with her in AAUW and learning the ropes under her leadership. She was always recruiting new AAUW members, bringing in three women to the organization just this year. She also loved the Greater Little Rock Federation of Women's Clubs, serving as Scholarship Chair this year. She and I shared a love of preserving history and memories. It was a privilege to deliver some of her family memorabilia to Hendrix College and to help preserve a few other of her inherited items. Barbara was wonderful at dreaming big and making the impossible, possible.

Karen Hamilton

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was so shocked to have found this out yesterday I was her neighbor and she had talked to me about decorating our porches together for Christmas just a few days ago I just knew her for a short time but she was a very good neighbor and sweet person I am going to miss her RIP MS. Barbara.

Annabelle Imber Tuck

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Henry and I extend our heartfelt condolences at this time of sorrow.

Mary Stanley

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Barbara was a very good friend to me. I had only known her for a short time, but she would do anything that was asked of her. She will be missed greatly.

Fran Ables

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was privileged to know and work with Barbara in AAUW. She was a gentle soul and very adamant about women's issues. She did much for the organization and those of us who knew her were blessed by her presence.

Maureen Terrafranca

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Barbara will be greatly missed by all her friends at AAUW.

Barbara A. Yarnell

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