Barbara Webb

Barbara Jane Webb, was called home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2012, surrounded by loving family.She was born Sept. 12, 1940. She created an atmosphere of love in her home which drew kids from all over the neighborhood. Whether it was to mentor a kid, or provide a meal, or a word of encouragement, "Ms. Bobbie", as she was affectionately known, was loved by all. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, was baptized as a child, and was a member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. She was elected Homecoming Queen of Howard High School in 1958, and married Gerald Webb I in 1963. Together, they raised three boys (David, Gerald II and Aaron) and three stepdaughters (Sherryl Lynn, Pam, and Crystal). Finding her career passion, she began working in healthcare as a certified surgical technician for Parkridge and Erlanger hospitals for over 20 years. After retirement, she enjoyed reading, traveling, organizing family events and spending time with loved ones.She will lovingly be remembered by husband, Gerald Webb I; son, David (Marilyn) Webb, Gerald (Angela) Webb II, Aaron (Rashida Marie) Webb; stepdaughters, Sherryl Lynn (Jeff) Hill, Pamela Webb, Crystal Dotson; sisters, Glenda Lyons, Sheryle (Eddie) Gould; brother, Samuel Smith Sr.; grandchildren, Jolanda, NeNe, Jeffrey II, Nia, Olivia, Allison, Sydney, Shelby, Summer, Ella and Gerald III; special extended family, Betty (Thomas) Little and family; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and other beloved friends including close friend, Rozzie Carter. She was preceded in death by her mother Betty Smith; stepfather Samuel Smith Sr.; father, J.B. Hayes; sister Flora Jean "Jeannie" Parker; and brother-in-law, Charles Parker.Funeral service will be Monday at 1 p.m. in the chapel with Pastor Charles Moore as the eulogist.Burial in Chattanooga National Cemetery.Visitation will be Sunday from 3:30-5 p.m. at Taylor Funeral Home.