Barbara Breedlove Rackley
May 3, 1942 ~ September 6, 2020
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ROCKY MOUNT - Barbara Breedlove Rackley, age 78, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 6, 2020, after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Nash County on May 3, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Breedlove and Bertha Wordsworth Breedlove. She was also predeceased in death by her sisters, Bertha Royal and Christine Wilder.
At the age of 14, Barbara accepted Christ as her Savior through Baptism into membership of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Nashville. After graduating from Nashville High School, she was employed by Carolina Telephone for 40 years. Barbara enjoyed her retirement and loved to spend time at the cabin she and Johnny built together at Lake Gaston. She was dedicated and long-time member of the Rocky Mount Shrinettes.
Barbara is survived by her husband of 60 years, John "Johnny" L. Rackley of Rocky Mount; sister, Lola Breedlove Harper and her husband, W. Tim of Red Oak; her caretaker and niece, Pam Harper Wood and her husband, Scott of Red Oak; brother-in-law, William Rackley and his wife, Shelby of Rocky Mount, sister-in-law, Elaine R. Matthews of Nashville, and five loving nieces and two nephews.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Barbara's Life will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Chris Fowler officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Barbara's memory to the Sudan Shriners Temple Building Fund, P.O. Box 12829 New Bern, NC 28561.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Thursday 9/10, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Thursday 9/10, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Funeral Service to celebrate Barbara's Life will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Chris Fowler officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 9/10, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Johnny and the rest of Barbara’s family and friends. Barbara was always able to bring laughter into conversations and meetings at CT&T, and we know she will be missed by many. May God bless you through this difficult time. Bill and Jane Lamm
Johnny, I am so sorry to hear about Barbara. She will be missed by many. She was a very sweet lady and was a lot of fun.
In memory of Barbara Breedlove Rackley, Jimmy Matthews lit a candle
Our thoughts and prayers are with your during this time of loss. May God be with you through these times. May God Bless and Comfort you. Roger and Cindy Barnes
So sad to hear of Barbara’s passing.. Johnny you are in our prayers. Winston and Robin
Rest in peace, Barbara. My love and condolences to Johnny and family. You will be missed!
so sorry learn of Barbara passing I will miss he calls we have had since moving to SC she kept me up todate on how my friends in Rocky Mount rest in peace
So sorry for your loss. You are a beautiful lady and you will always have a special place in my heart.
In memory of Barbara Breedlove Rackley, Brenda Dickens lit a candle
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Barbara, she was a wonderful person. I remember working with her many years ago and always remembered her smile. I know she will be missed by many. Prayers to the family.
Johnny and Family Aubrey and I are so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. With love, Aubrey and Kathy
I’m so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was a sweet and lovely person!
In memory of Barbara Breedlove Rackley, Gray Marrow lit a candle
My dear Sister, I will miss you so much. I miss you already and I will be lost not getting your phone calls. Rest in Peace Sister you are not in pain mow. You are with your Lord and saver. You were glad God called you home. God made you comfortable. I know you are with our parents and sisters that went on before you. I will mee y’all when God calls me home with you! We will try our best to keep Johnny busy and loved. I love you, sister Lola.
In memory of Barbara Breedlove Rackley, Bree Percy lit a candle
So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing, Johnny. May God’s love bring you comfort in this time of sorrow. Condolences to you and her family.
Johnny, sorry to hear about Barbara’s passing, you are certainly in my thoughts and prayers, especially during this time of grief. Tommy Sasser
johnny,really sorry about your loss
My dearest Aunt Barbara, I will miss you dearly. Not a moment will go by that I want think of you. I am so glad that you were able to watch Logan grow and spend time with him. I love you dearly and will wait until that special day I get to see you beyond them pearly gates. Until we meet again, its never goodbye. Love you
Johnny, I was so sorry to hear about Barbara. Even though I didn’t know her personally, You both were such a big part of my Mom & Dad’s life (Boyd & Jean Wood). Praying for God to comfort and sustain you during this difficult time.
Sorry for Your Loss! Patsy Driver Sutton.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during the loss of your precious Barbara! Thankful we know the Great Comforter! Love to all!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰🥰
Dear Johnny, We have so many lovely memories of Barbara! We were so blessed to have you both as neighbors at the lake for all these years! She had a generous heart of gold and a kind spirit. I will think of her every time I make her famous rib recipe and okra patties. She has touched our lives in a special way and will always be Aunt Barbara to Luke!! Love, Cindie, Todd and Luke Johnson
Dear Johnny and family, We send our deepest condolences, love and prayers to you all. Barbara was a loving and giving woman. We pray God’s peace and comfort will be with you Johnny and all the family as you go through this time of grief. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you. Love, Sherry and Michael
Very sorry for your loss.
Johnny and family, So sorry to find out about Barbara’s death. May God keep you in the palm of his hand giving you comfort and peace. Eloit and Linda Johnson
Barbara was a joy, I sure miss her !