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Celebrating the life of
Barbara Spahos Barnhart
March 01, 1951 - November 30, 2024
Mrs. Barbara Spahos Barnhart entered her eternal rest surrounded by her children at Candler Hospital on Saturday morning, November 30, 2024 after a short illness. Born on March 1, 1951, in Tallahassee, Florida, Barbara and her family moved to the Savannah area, where her father operated the old Tybee Island pavilion. She and her four siblings helped their father with everything from dipping candy apples to cleaning skates when they weren’t enjoying the beach. Barbara graduated from H.V. Jenkins High School in 1969 and Draughon’s Junior College before beginning her working career at Ductile Iron Company. She later worked for Grumman Corporation and Gulfstream Aerospace, where she rose to the position of Director of the Completion Center. After leaving Gulfstream, Barbara started several successful businesses, including Barnhart Cleaning Services and Body Bronzing by Barbara. Barbara loved gardening and received the designation Master Gardener from the County Extension Service. She loved cooking for family and friends and enjoyed crabbing, shrimping and fishing with her children, grandchildren and friends. Barbara was an outstanding cook and her Shepherd’s Pie and Oyster dressing will be copied, but never matched. Barbara and Bob opened their home to friends and family at a moment’s notice, providing meals and a place to stay. She and her husband, Bob, volunteered with 3rd grade children’s church class at Compassion Christian Church - East Campus for many years, where they worshiped faithfully until they moved to Statesboro following Barbara’s stroke in 2014. After Bob’s death in 2019, Barbara was an active resident at the Lodge at Bethany in Statesboro and Buckingham South in Savannah, where she lived before her passing.
Barbara was pre-deceased by her parents, Johnny Spahos and Mary Spahos, her husband, Chester R. (Bob) Barnhart and her brother, John Rhys Eddins. She is survived by her children, Kim (Chris) Rowland of Savannah, GA, Jonathan (Rebecca) Spahos of Statesboro, GA and step-son, Michael (Amy) Barnhart of Portsmouth, OH. Gamma will be sorely missed by her 6 grandchildren, Gabe (Reagan) Rowland of Warner Robins, GA, Ashby Rowland of Savannah, GA, Samuel and Sophie Spahos of Statesboro, GA and Allen and Leah Barnhart of Portsmouth, OH. Barbara is also survived by siblings, Mary Ann Harrison, Andy Spahos, and Jenny Cole along with many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive visitors from 10:00 – 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Compassion Christian Church – East Campus at 9150 Old Montgomery Road Savannah, GA 31406. Funeral service will be held immediately following the visitation with Rev. Drew Humphreys officiating. Family will have private graveside service and burial later that afternoon.
A candle has been lit!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Missie Ayers, Centerville, GA
You have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray to God will comfort y’all in your time and knee.
- Linda Spann, Savannah, GA 31406
I cherish memories a lifetime ago of your mother’s kindness making me feel like part of the crew and her especially her scrambled eggs before school. She was an amazing person. I wish I could attend the service, but I have a work commitment so I send virtual hugs to all of you during this difficult time.
- Elizabeth Alban Concepcion, Savannah, GA
Kim, I’ve watched over the last 10 years as you’ve cared for your mom with others. She was a delightful person and I know she loved you more than we know. Now, she’s with Bob celebrating a life well lived.
- Jennifer Hodge, Savannah, GA
We are all saddened by the passing of our dear Barbara. We truly miss her so very much. She won our hearts and for that we are so grateful. May she rest in peace.
- Rita Slatus/ Buckingham South, Savanah, Ga
Deep condolences to you and your family. May God bless you with His Peace and love. Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
- James Fajcz, Richmond Hill, GA
Condolences to the Barnhart and Rowland family. Only new her for a short time but she was a beautiful person.
- Gwen Clark, Savannah, Georgia
It was my joy to share our two grandchildren with their parents and you over the years. We all loved you so much. There were so many shared holidays! You will be missed so much. My love to all the family. Cindy Rowland
- Cindy Rowland, Savannah , Ga
A candle has been lit!
So very sorry for your loss .
- Joan Frasor , Golden Beach , Florida
I just told my son a couple weeks ago about a lady named Bess who was incredibly kind to me. She made me bag lunches, made sure I had a coat when it was cold, gave me odd jobs for spending money and even doctored me up when I got stung by a bunch of bees. I did not appreciate her kindness as a teenager but her graciousness has stayed with me for 40 years. God Bless her and the person she was .
- D, Savannah , Ga
I was so blessed to have this beautiful Angel share in my life. She loved, helped, supported people with love and her infectious smile. She loved God. She raised 2 really wonderful children and loved her grandchildren. May God bless and wrap his loving arms around the Rowland and Spahos family as we everyone is certainly goin to miss her. Sending prayers, Linda Carroll
- Linda Carroll, Black Creek, Ga
Kim and Family, Keith and I are so sorry for your loss. Barbara was such an amazing person. I was blessed to have known her. She gave 150+% at everything she did. Her accomplishments are many. She adored and loved her family. As someone that adored her, thank you for taking such good care of her. Prayers for peace and comfort. Renee’
- Renee’ Grotheer , Jacksonville , Florida
We all loved Barbara so much and will miss her dearly. She was such a shining light. We will all miss her so much! -Salon de Baile Dance & Fitness Studio
- Rachael Moore - client, Pooler, GA
A candle has been lit!
Barbara will be missed by everyone at our studio. WE ALL LOVED HER!
- Rachael Moore - client, Pooler, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Sat, December 07, 2024
- Compassion Christian Church - East Campus
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9150 Old Montgomery Road (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31406
- Funeral Service
- 11:00 a.m. on Sat, December 07, 2024
- Compassion Christian Church - East Campus
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9150 Old Montgomery Road (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31406
- Burial
- on Sat, December 07, 2024
- Ash Branch Church Cemetery
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(map)