Barbara I. Black's Obituary
Barbara Black, 63, of Decatur passed away Thursday, August 30, 2012 in her home with her family by her side.
Barbara leaves behind her brother, Larry Keller; sister, Sylvia and husband Larry Watkins; children, Dwayne and Kim Black; Arthur and Virginia Black; Penny White; Joseph Black; and Jennifer Black; grandchildren, Todd Watkins, Micheal Rodriguez, Britney Rodriguez, Damon Black, Austin Stoots, James Stample, Matthew Stample, Jessica Vanarsdale, Ashley White, Kyrstie White, Sara Sorrell-Black, Elizabeth Mounts, and MaxLee Mounts; as well as many other extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her soul mate, Gary Allsop; sister, Connie Fulk; daughter, Patricia Rodriguez; and grandson, Gahveen Mounts.
Barbara was born November 23, 1948 and was a beloved sister, a wonderful mother, an adored grandmother and a cherished friend. Her death may touch us with grief now, but her life will forever touch us with love!
A graveside service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice.
The family of Barbara Black is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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