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Barbara Mills Sircey
Barbara Mills Sircey, 73, passed away on May 1, 2025, from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a relentlessly progressive neurologic disorder. Born on February 24, 1952, in Asheville, North Carolina, Barbara was a woman of deep faith, unwavering love for her family, and a vibrant creative spirit.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Ruth and Woodrow Mills, and her half-brothers, Barry and Bill Mills. She is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years, Leonard Sircey; her loving sisters, Margaret (Mills) Bowers and husband Steve, and Linda (Mills) Russell and husband Bobby; her dear cousin, Patty (Wilson) Ray; her children, Scott Sircey and wife Heather, and Jennifer Booth and husband Matt; and her cherished grandchildren: Ashley and Blake Booth, and Braylyn and Bryten Sircey. She is also remembered fondly by several beloved nieces and nephews, and her treasured pets, Bentley and Zach.
Barbara spent most of her life in Asheville, where she enjoyed a successful career, retiring as Assistant Vice President of Asheville Savings and Loan. She was a dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church in Asheville and remained active in church life after retiring to Manteo, North Carolina. In Manteo, she was a dedicated employee at Island Pharmacy, where she formed wonderful and lasting friendships, and later served as Administrative Assistant at Roanoke Island Presbyterian Church.
A talented and imaginative soul, Barbara loved to draw and create. She adored her family and found immense joy in her grandchildren. Her deep affection for poodles began at age 17 with her first dog, Zsa-Zsa, and continued throughout her life.
A memorial service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Roanoke Island Presbyterian Church, with Minister Michelle Lewis officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Barbara’s memory to the Outer Banks SPCA, an organization dear to her heart. Please leave a message of comfort at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.
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Deepest condolences I'm Margaret's neighbor in Florida. I never met Barbara, but I met Linda and she and Margaret always had very nice things to say about Barbara. Sending prayers for comfort Jan and Gary Medgaarden
So sorry for the whole family and pray for healing.
Leonard & family. Sorry to hear of Mrs. Sirceys passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Greg & Anna Creef
Barbara and I were good friends for years at Calvary Baptist Church in Asheville NC. We sang in the choir. She was a wonderful person. Iam so sad to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Leonard and the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of Barbara. I went to Calvary in Asheville with Barbara and remember being in the choir with her. She always had a kind word and a warm smile for anyone.
I knew Barbara when I attended RI Presbyterian Church. She was a joy to know,and always had a kind word of welcome. My sympathly to the family.
So very sorry for the family’s loss . Barbara was a sweet soul prayers of comfort for the family
Leonard, I was saddened to learn of Barbara's passing. My condolences to all of her loved ones. May God strengthen you to bear the loss and the faith to know you will see her again.
Linda and family, May the Lord give you peace and comfort in your days ahead. God bless all. Bobby,Yvonne Joiner
Leonard, our condolences to you and your family in the passing of Barbara. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of you and Barbara.
Leonard, I’m so sorry to learn of Barbara’s passing. I had a message on my phone that was mistakenly erased. I can’t find a number for you anywhere. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I shall attend her service on the 17th. Edna B.
Leonard my deepest sorrow for the loss of your wife and the woman who you talked about and loved SO very dearly. I was always tickled to hear you talk about what a good wife/woman/mother she was. God be with you in this time my friend. Robin Bateman
Barbara was the sweetest lady and I enjoyed working with her! Always had the kindest smile and was most gracious. I am so sorry for her family that she adored and cherished. Rest easy on high!
Deepest condolences I’m Margaret’s neighbor in Florida. I never met Barbara, but I met Linda and she and Margaret always had very nice things to say about Barbara. Sending prayers for comfort Jan and Gary
Medgaarden
So sorry for the whole family and pray for healing.
Leonard & family. Sorry to hear of Mrs. Sirceys passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Greg & Anna Creef
Barbara and I were good friends for years at Calvary Baptist Church in Asheville NC. We sang in the choir. She was a wonderful person. Iam so sad to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Leonard and the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of Barbara. I went to Calvary in Asheville with Barbara and remember being in the choir with her. She always had a kind word and a warm smile for anyone.
I knew Barbara when I attended RI Presbyterian Church. She was a joy to know,and always had a kind word of welcome. My sympathly to the family.
So very sorry for the family’s loss . Barbara was a sweet soul prayers of comfort for the family
Leonard, I was saddened to learn of Barbara’s passing. My condolences to all of her loved ones. May God strengthen you to bear the loss and the faith to know you will see her again.
Linda and family,
May the Lord give you peace and comfort in your days ahead. God bless all.
Bobby,Yvonne Joiner
Leonard, our condolences to you and your family in the passing of Barbara. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of you and Barbara.
Leonard, I’m so sorry to learn of Barbara’s passing. I had a message on my phone that was mistakenly erased. I can’t find a number for you anywhere. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I shall attend her service on the 17th. Edna B.
Leonard my deepest sorrow for the loss of your wife and the woman who you talked about and loved SO very dearly. I was always tickled to hear you talk about what a good wife/woman/mother she was. God be with you in this time my friend.
Robin Bateman
Barbara was the sweetest lady and I enjoyed working with her! Always had the kindest smile and was most gracious. I am so sorry for her family that she adored and cherished. Rest easy on high!