Barbara Davis Brackett

Barbara Davis Brackett, 85, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023, at her residence.

She was born in Gaston County on October 6, 1937, to the late Bates Davis and Mary Hardin Bell.

Barbara was a member of First Wesleyan Church in Gastonia for more than 60 years. Barbara worked for Bell South for 50 years. She loved missions and made several overseas visits through the years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Reese Brackett; daughter, Donna Thompson; siblings, Rachel Smith, James Davis, Larry Bell, Cynthia Bell.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Julia Caldwell; grandchildren, Emily Caldwell, Jonathan Caldwell, Shannon Platt, Brandy Lionel, Michael Cox, Matthew Lewis; eleven great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild.

A funeral service officiated by Pastor Kenny Johnston will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, August 5, 2023, at First Wesleyan Church - 208 S. Church Street, Gastonia.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.

Burial will follow the service at Hollywood Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to:  Carolina Caring of Catawba, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658.

Condolences may be made online at:  www.greenefuneral.com