Barbara Joann Harrell

Barbara Joann Harrell, 79, of Beaufort, passed away Wednesday, February 19­, 2020, at UNC Rex Heath Care in Raleigh.

Her memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.

Barbara was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Morehead City where she enjoyed the fellowship of her church family. She was dedicated to service in the Carteret County community as a member of the Eastern Star which is known for their dedication to Charity, Truth and Loving Kindness. In her free time, one of her favorite activities was Shag dancing. In appreciation for her contribution to the longevity of shag dancing and for her part in creating a history to be carried forward, she was a proud inductee of the Atlantic Beach Shaggers Hall of Fame.

Barbara is survived by 2 nieces and 5 nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Naomi Harrell; sister, Gwendolyn Ruth Nolan; and brothers, Raymond C. Harrell, III, David Harrell and Collie Harrell.

The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 23­, 2020, at Munden Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Barbara’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory in Morehead City, NC.