Barbara Jean Sumners Smith, age 86, of Pulaski, passed away on March 27, 2026.
Life Summary
Barbara was born in Elkton, TN on October 17, 1939 to William Morgan and Susie Florence Carr Moore. She was employed by Torrington Faffnir and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Pulaski. Barbara loved the simple things in life and found great joy in gardening, watching flowers bloom, and occasionally playing the lottery. However, spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, was the time that she treasured the most.
Survived By
- Tracy Sumners (Beverly) of Frankewing
- Terry Sumners of Pulaski
- Kim Harber (Jeff) of Chapel Hill
- Mike Sumners (Michelle) of Toney, AL
- sister Frances Wilburn (Paul) of the Sumac Community
- 10 grandchildren
- 13 great grandchildren
- numerous other relatives and friends
Preceded in Death By
- William and Susie Carr Moore
- 1st husband Bill Sumners
- 2nd husband Charles Smith
- great granddaughter Addison Stokes
Service Information
- Visitation will be held from 10-12:45pm on Tuesday March 31, 2026 at Carr and Erwin Funeral Home
- Funeral Services following at 1pm at Carr and Erwin Funeral Home
Visitation
- Visitation will be held from 10-12:45pm on Tuesday March 31, 2026 at Carr and Erwin Funeral Home
Burial
- Interment will be in Giles Memory Gardens
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