Barbara "Babs" Ann Barnes

Barbara "Babs" Ann Barnes, 63, of Beaufort, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Her memorial service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, August 26, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Beaufort, officiated by The Reverend Tambria Lee.

Barbara, or Babs as she was most fondly known, was born on September 24, 1957, in Morehead City, North Carolina, to the late Claude “Jack” Barnes and Marilyn Barnes. As a long-time member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, she enjoyed singing in the choir and assisting Miss. Katherine with the pre-school Sunday School Class.

Working 33 years at Ann Street United Methodist Church Pre-School, Babs was known and loved by many of her pupils and families. Her impact on their lives at a young age was a blessing to so many.

She is survived by her brother, John Barnes and wife Barbara of Isle of Palms, SC; aunt, Paula King of Beaufort; uncle, Robert King of Jacksonville; numerous cousins; and many children in the family who lovingly called her “Aunt Babs”.

In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in thanksgiving for “Bab’s Ministry with Children” to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 209 Ann St., Beaufort, NC 28516

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

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