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Barbara Ann Austin
Avon- Barbara Ann Meekins Austin, 81 of Avon, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Barbara was born on February 14, 1941 to the late Walton Chauncy Meekins and Kathleen Gould (Hooper) Meekins and she lived most of her life in Avon.
Barbara is survived by her three children, Caitlin Jax Hooper (Brett) of San Jose, CA, Jamie Fuller (Mandy) of Avon, NC, and Sally Scarborough (Orville) also of Avon; and her two brothers, David Hooper Meekins (Gale) of Virginia Beach, VA and Richie Meekins of Hatteras, NC. Also surviving are seven grandchildren- Therese, Ian, Raymond, Gracie, Jack, Raymond, and Christian; one great-grandson, Avery; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Barbara enjoyed serving her church as secretary for three decades, and she loved working with children as a teacher’s aide at Cape Hatteras Elementary School. Recently, Barbara became a published author having written a book with Lois Miller. When asked about her greatest accomplishment however, Barbara always said, “Giving birth to three beautiful children.” She had a fierce love for her family.
Friends and family may view Monday January 16, 2023 at Heritage Church Avon (40084 Harbor Road Avon, NC 27915) from 6 PM to 8 PM. The funeral will take place at the church at 2 pm Tuesday January 17, 2023. The burial will be private.
The family gratefully suggests that in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made directly to Hatteras Island Meals (www.hatterasislandmeals.org). Please share condolences with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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Hugs and prayers for family and friends. I feel so cheated that I didn't get to know her long enough. Loved her from the first meeting, then covid got between us. She was precious to me and I will miss her.
So sorry for your loss. All those beautiful memories!
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed. We are keeping you and your families in our thoughts.
What an incredible and amazing lady. She certainly leaves a legacy of faithfulness and grace, and a voice of encouragement. We give our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends, but know that she is rejoicing now more than ever in her heavenly home.
We sure loved Mrs Barbra. She was a wonderful caring and loving teacher to all of our kids. Chet loved going over to her house. We all have such great memories of her. She will be missed by so many. Love and prayers to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. I definitely feel it and encourage you to hold tightly to the memories...
We are so sorry for your loss. Ms Barbara will be missed by many.
It was an honor to serve Barbara these last couple of years through Hatteras Island Meals. She will be missed. God Bless
Sorry to hear of Barbras passing another part of Kinnakeet gone she will be missed. Richie I'd be there but now living in Vietnam
To all the family..... My heart hurts for your loss but rejoice in her homecoming with Jesus. Barbara will always hold a special place in my heart as a friend, confidant, and the best Teacher Assistant ever to Nick and Lexie. We all send our love, hugs, and sweet memories of one very special lady.
Dear Jamie, Sally, and Raymond I was so sad to hear about Barbara's passing. She was so easy to with and always helpful! Barbara helped me to be a better teacher. We had so much fun with the children. We kept in touch over the years; especially during the holidays. I will miss her alot. Your family is in my prayers. Georgana
Oh how I loved Barbara. And I believe she knew it. She had such a cool sense of fun! And I can still hear her laugh. I know you guys will miss her, but OH! The joyous welcome into Heaven she must have experienced. Just what she was looking forward to. Love you too Sally and thinking of you, Raymond and Christian as I remember fun times with your Mom and Grandma. xoxoxoxo
Sally, So sorry to hear about your mother. You & your family are in my prayers. Mary
Fuller family I am so sorry to see this news. I know it’s late, but my heart is with you during this difficult time. She was a lovely person.
Barbara and I worked together at CHES. She was the kindest most gentle person I have ever known. She treated all children with love and respect. Jim Lyons
Hugs and prayers for family and friends. I feel so cheated that I didn’t get to know her long enough. Loved her from the first meeting, then covid got between us. She was precious to me and I will miss her.
So sorry for your loss. All those beautiful memories!
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed. We are keeping you and your families in our thoughts.
What an incredible and amazing lady. She certainly leaves a legacy of faithfulness and grace, and a voice of encouragement. We give our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends, but know that she is rejoicing now more than ever in her heavenly home.
We sure loved Mrs Barbra. She was a wonderful caring and loving teacher to all of our kids. Chet loved going over to her house. We all have such great memories of her. She will be missed by so many. Love and prayers to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. I definitely feel it and encourage you to hold tightly to the memories…
We are so sorry for your loss. Ms Barbara will be missed by many.
It was an honor to serve Barbara these last couple of years through Hatteras Island Meals. She will be missed. God Bless
Sorry to hear of Barbras passing another part of Kinnakeet gone she will be missed. Richie I’d be there but now living in Vietnam
To all the family…..
My heart hurts for your loss but rejoice in her homecoming with Jesus. Barbara will always hold a special place in my heart as a friend, confidant, and the best Teacher Assistant ever to Nick and Lexie.
We all send our love, hugs, and sweet memories of one very special lady.
Dear Jamie, Sally, and Raymond
I was so sad to hear about Barbara’s passing. She was so easy to with and always helpful! Barbara helped me to be a better teacher. We had so much fun with the children. We kept in touch over the years; especially during the holidays. I will miss her alot. Your family is in my prayers.
Georgana
Oh how I loved Barbara. And I believe she knew it. She had such a cool sense of fun! And I can still hear her laugh. I know you guys will miss her, but OH! The joyous welcome into Heaven she must have experienced. Just what she was looking forward to. Love you too Sally and thinking of you, Raymond and Christian as I remember fun times with your Mom and Grandma. xoxoxoxo
Sally, So sorry to hear about your mother. You & your family are in my prayers.
Mary
Fuller family I am so sorry to see this news. I know it’s late, but my heart is with you during this difficult time. She was a lovely person.
Barbara and I worked together at CHES. She was the kindest most gentle person I have ever known. She treated all children with love and respect. Jim Lyons