1944
2013
Barbara Ann Byatt Astley Moten, 68, of Gastonia, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2013 at the Robin Johnson House, Dallas. She was born in Staffordshire County, England and was the daughter of the late Arthur and Kathleen Tristram Byatt.
Mrs. Moten was a member of the Church of England.
Mrs. Moten is survived by her husband of 17 years, Maxie Moten; one daughter, Gail Astley and husband Reggie Gorman of Surrey, England; three sons, Ian Astley and wife Rachel, John Marsh of West Midlands, England, David Marsh and wife Nita of Herefordshire, England; two sisters, Kathleen Elcock of West Midlands, England, Diane Malek of Yorkshire, England; 30 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 19, 2013 at The Colonial Chapel of Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia with Rev. Ron Watts officiating.
The family will receive friends after the Memorial Service.
Burial will be in West Midlands, England at a later date.
Memorials may be made to National Kidney Foundation, Finance Department,
30 East 33rd St., New York, New York 10016.
Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com:
Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia is serving the Moten family.
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November 5, 2021
Family
Rebecca Marsh
Nanny, I still think about you everyday, I miss you so much, I need you right now but I know I can't have you.
I hope you are resting in peace. I went to see your sister, my Great Auntie Dianne, we spoke about you a lot. She loves and misses you so so much. I love you so much.
Rest in peace beautiful lady.
Love from your Granddaughter Rebecca Marsh xxx
March 22, 2013
Rebecca Marsh
I Love You Nanny Barbara
Love Becky xxx
January 25, 2013
Jonathan Elcock
Love to you Auntie Barbara. My thoughts are with all the family.
January 24, 2013
?????e Louise O'dwyer
I know i never met you, i only spoke once but the smile brought to ?? face and the things i was told you was a brilliant and amazing women, Rest.In.Paradise Barbara Ann Moten, ?? thoughts are with the family at this sad time, Love ?????e xxx
January 23, 2013
brendon-lee jones
Nanny we are sad because u we're taken from us mommy told us what a wonderful nanny u was we love u so much and we are going to miss u so much mommy has showed us photos of u but we wish we could of met u in person and maybe we would of met u soon hope the family in heaven are taking great care of u nanny we all become one big happy famliy again one day untill that day come we will keep u in our hearts and keep your photo in a frame love u always and forever nanny lve great grandchildren brendon-lee,kaci-jade,jessica-may and cole-mackenzie xxxxxxxxxxxx
January 23, 2013
pauline marsh
nan words can't be put into words how heartbroken we are that ur no longer with us in person and we cant explain how much we are missing u and love u we didn't see u very much nan but when we did see u there was happy smiles and laughter all round u will always been in our hearts and will stay with us always in spirt and we will have the memories of our time we spent together we will never forget u nan love u. Forever and always untill we meet agen lve grandaughter pauline and grandaughter inlaw tiffany <3 xxxxxxxxxx
January 21, 2013
britney bullimore
To our great nan the days are long an hard to bear just to think that ur not there I no we didn't see u as much as we would av liked an no that ur watching ova us our mommy as told us lots of things about u an we hope god is looking after u the way u looked after many of people love u so much nanny missed so much an we will neva eva forget u lots of love an kisses ur first great grandaughter britney an ur grate granson jordan also step great granson brandan an step great grandaughter emmie xx
January 20, 2013
Kelly Marie
I never had the chance to meet you, but the things I was told about you, you were an amazing person! God took a lovely woman away from her family and friends too soon. You'll be missed by many. My thoughts are with your family at this sad moment. R.I.P Barbara Ann Moten. Gone But Not Forgotten xx
January 19, 2013
alisha louise marsh
Nanny I know I never got to meet you, but I look at the sky at night and see your star shining bright, but the things I know, I'll never lett go I love you lots nanny barbra love alisha louise marsh xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
January 19, 2013
John Astley/Marsh
Mom I love you and Miss you and need you so much why you were chosen to go so soon i don't know but my every thought is of you and Maxie. Your Son John xx
January 19, 2013
lisa-marie badger
Nan my heart is breaking knowing I will neva see ur face ur smile ur soft voice we long to hear I can't belive u av gne its hard to take in yet we av gt to but I strongly belive I will see u again until then dear nan no that I will neva 4get u an miss u trillions love u so much nan ur the best xx love heart broken grandawter lisa - marie xxx
January 19, 2013
Anita Reddish
Maxie, my heart along with so many others is breaking for you today. My heart is with you and you are in my prayers as you have to take this walk. I loved Barbara and I love you. I wish I could be with you, but know I am there in spirit! Love always Mike & Anita
January 19, 2013
will sadley miss u barbie loved you loads iv got loads of memoreys of us at springfield love always dear friend lind evans xxxxxxxx
January 19, 2013
gary wendy marsh
nan i miss u i look up at the star and think of u as the sky shines bright at nice the love i have for u will never go u were a grt person who i looked up to and il never 4get u love u alway gary&wife wendy and ur geart granchildren ashton kayle liam kirsty nickolas jordan xxxxxxxxxlove u 4 ever xxxxxx
January 19, 2013
Rebecca Marsh
Nanny Barbara,
I Miss You Nan,
I Love You Nan x
We little knew the day
that God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you.
You did not go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories.
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one
the chain will link again.
Until We Meet Again Nanny Barbara xxx
January 19, 2013
Jen Sowter (Byatt)
Aunty Barb a true legend.... Gone to meet her family in heaven but not forgotten ..... Thoughts to all the family xxx love you ... Your niece Jen xx
January 19, 2013
Victoria marsh
Rest in piece nan u will never be forgotten xxx Victoria
January 17, 2013
Rick & Cathy Carter
Maxie, we are praying for you and you are in our thoughts.
January 17, 2013
Beth Ferguson
Maxie and Barbara's wonderful family-
Barbara was a wonderful women who was always quick with something to make you laugh (even though most the time it was colorful). My thoughts are with you at this time. She is already raising cain in heaven for sure.
Love- Beth Ferguson and Jim Harsh
January 17, 2013
Gerald McCraw
Sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. I didnt know her but I'am sure she was a good person
January 16, 2013
Debra Barker
My mate Barbara. I will miss you always.
January 16, 2013
Ted Gay
Maxie,
My condolences to you and your family. I used to love to talk to "mum" at the tournaments. I remember her comical story about when she first came to the USA and she heard about the shag contests held in south-east US
January 16, 2013
Joanne Wriker
Barbara was an amazing person and will be greatly missed, thankful to her for all the good times & memories. To her family, I will be keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.
January 16, 2013
Maxie,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your wife, Barbara. I will always remember the Christmas I met her during your yearly visit to my sister's. She was so much fun and taught me new cooking tips. Spending that Christmas with you and Barbara made my transition from Pennsylvania with my daughter so much easier and filled with lots of fun. She will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
Angela Roberts, Roxanne's sister
Angela and
January 16, 2013
Maxie, I am so sorry for your loss. Caring thoughts are with you at this time.
Sue Swayney Carpenter
January 16, 2013
Maxie and Family, my condolences on the loss of Barbara. She was a wonderful person. I know that no dart event will be the same without her. She touched many people with her wit, laughter and stories. She will be greatly missed.
Julie Payne
January 16, 2013
Paula Delp
Thinking of you Maxie, I loved Barbara and will miss her.
January 16, 2013
Rob McGee
Maxie,
Barbara was truely an amazing person who could light up a room with her personality and laughter. She will be missed by so many people, myself included.
Our prayers and condolences go out to you and all her family.
Rob and Joyce
January 16, 2013
Barbara Roper
Maxie - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I am so sorry for the loss of your wife. Love you, Barbara Roper
January 16, 2013
Lisa Dendy
There will never be another one like her. Love and prayers to Maxie.
January 16, 2013
Maxie and family - we will miss her so. My prayers are with and for you. When Barbara came to America she said she didn't like it because she didn't have any friends. I said I will be your best American friend Barbara, but it was Barbara that was my best friend and I now have so many wonderful memories of Christmas, 4th of Julys, dart tournaments and she taught me how to cook English Style. Thank you Barbara for being my best friend.
Roxanne Bedworth Smith
January 16, 2013
Kelly Byrum
I love you Maxie. Barbara was so very special to me. She will always have a place in my heart and I will always remember all that she taught me. She is leaving an empty space in an incredible number of lives. I am so very sorry for your loss.
January 16, 2013
Maxie & family- Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We hope that you can find peace during this difficult time. She is already missed. God bless.
Our condolences,
Kyle & Melissa Plew
January 16, 2013
Maxie,
Our thoughts are with you and Barbara's family. We'll miss her laugh as I know you all will.
With love,
Hank and Celeste
January 16, 2013
Jackie and Michael
Maxie, the dart world has lost a great supporter and player. Her laughter was heard at every dart tournament I went to, her funny stories and accent always brought people over to see what she was saying. We really enjoyed playing with her...she will be greatly missed.
January 16, 2013
Maxie, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Her smile and booming personality will be so missed.
January 16, 2013
gerald "hess" hessler
Maxie, my deepest thoughts and prayers for you and all of the family..Barbara will be missed...a bright spot on the horizon!!!
January 16, 2013
with fond memories and love. Kip
January 15, 2013
Steven Bedworth
Sending our sincerest condolences,to all of Barbara's loved ones.Barb was an amazing person and had a great ability to always make you laugh and feel good about yourself,Barb and Maxie have been long time friends.Carrie and i will miss her very much.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Steve and Carrie Bedworth
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