Barbara Joyce Smith Wilson

1930 - 2014

Barbara Joyce Smith Wilson obituary, 1930-2014, Austin, TX

BORN

1930

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home and Memorial Park

6300 West William Cannon Drive

Austin, Texas

Barbara Joyce Wilson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 22, 2014.

Barbara Joyce Smith Wilson, of Austin, died peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 20, 2014. She was born in Fentress, Texas on May 23, 1930 to Olga Mae Houston and Barber Bine Smith.

She graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School in 1948. On April 21, 1951, she married Curtis Dean Wilson at Central Methodist Church in Austin. He preceded her in death.

Barbara spent many years in the legal profession as a secretary and bookkeeper, before becoming a full time grandmother and pie and praline maker. For many years, she and Curtis had a place in the country near Fentress, Texas. Then they moved in 2002 to a small ranch near Eldorado, Texas, where they spent many happy hours observing wildlife and the beautiful outdoors of their beloved West Texas. Their journey then took them to Lampasas, Texas for several years before returning home to Austin.

Barbara Joyce was an active member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. She also enjoyed many years with the Austin High School's Ladies Luncheon Group and was secretary of the Hyde Park Reading Club. She loved spending time with her family and friends, watching University of Texas sports, and cooking.

She is survived by her daughter, Denise Wilson Oliver and husband, Jeff of Austin; grandchildren, Ty Wilson Wheeler and fiancé, Christy Burleson, and Brett Olan Wheeler and wife, Logan of San Antonio, and Brooke Bailey Oliver of Austin. Barbara cherished her family and was extremely proud of them. She absolutely loved being a mother and grandmother.

Barbara is also survived by her brother Charles Houston Smith (Marilyn); sister, Peggy Smith Dahlstrom (Charles Henry); sisters-in-law, Jonnye Dickard (Paul), and Carolyn Baer (Charlie); and nephews and nieces as well.

The family will receive friends at 12:00 noon, Tuesday, March 25, 2014 with funeral services following at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Memorial Park.

The family thanks Dr. Dina Tebcherany, Nurse Ashley Leon and the rest of the staff at Texas Oncology for their devoted and loving care.

Memorial contributions may be made to Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 7815 Highway 290 West, Austin, Texas 78736, (512) 288-3836 or by visiting http://www.oakhillumc.org/donate.html.

When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am. ~ John 14:3

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January 29, 2020

Jennifer Thorp

I just ran across a sweet card from Barbara. she would shop at a store my best friend and I partnered with. We sure missed her and Curtis when they moved away. My sincere condolences. She was more than lovely.

March 30, 2014

Denise I am so sorry for your loss . She was a good lady and Mom loved her as friends. We all did . God bless you and keep you strong. Coy Page.

March 25, 2014

Audrey Bear

Dear Denise,
JW and I was so saddened to hear about your mother. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. She was an inspiration to so many with her zest for life. Our prayers go out to you and your family.

March 25, 2014

Ronda Hall

Denise...prayers are with y'all! Your mom was such an inspiration to so many! We were so blessed to know her!

March 25, 2014

Annette Patrick

Dear Denise, Our entire family was so saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. We will always remember her kindness. Our prayers and love go out to you and your entire family. - David and Annette Patrick

March 24, 2014

Jane Connally

Denise, I have wonderful memories of your Mom! She was always such a caring person! My prayers are with you and your family.

March 24, 2014

Becky Lux

What a Blessing Barbara was to me and my Family! She was such a wonderful friend and neighbor. She and Curtis were so happy during their time in Eldorado. I am already missing her homemade pies and candy. She was an Amazing cook. If there was a bake sale, church gathering, family get together she always made pies. I Loved them both like family. In Christ, Becky and Mike Lux, Seth, Garrett

March 24, 2014

Mark Blangger

Dear Denise,
My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss. I know your mother was and is grateful for your love and the great care and comfort you provided her during her recent illness and over the years. My prayers are with you and your family.
Blessings,
Mark Blangger

March 24, 2014

I have fond memories of your mother from our days on Kilgore Lane. Truly a lovely woman. My condolences. ~ Carol Fonken

March 24, 2014

Melissa mccrary

Such a caring, thoughtful and loving person. I will miss her dearly. I have so many memories of her and Curtis. Can't wait to see them again
XOXO

March 24, 2014

Barbara was our dear friend and cherished neighbor. Words cannot express the void we have in our hearts.
Denise, our thoughts are with you and your family. Bee and Trinity

March 24, 2014

Barbara will be missed. The entire Lake family extends our heartfelt condolences to Barbara's family. She worked so many years for our father, Frank Lake, and was such a joy to be with and such a faithful worker!
Cindy Lake, Randy Lake, David Lake, and Frank Lake

March 24, 2014

Jim Roberts

Barbara was a lovely and beloved member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church. I am honored to have been her pastor. The last time I saw her was a couple of weeks ago at her friend's wedding. Barbara was wearing pink as were her girl friends; a request of the bride.

She had her ever-present smile and twinkle in her eye. She was leaving after the ceremony with one of her girl friends. She reminded me of a happy teenaged girl with places to go and people to see. I'll always remember her that way.

Now, she indeed has gone and has reunited with loved ones who are waiting for her, including her husband Curtis, and specifically with her Lord, Jesus Christ.

Godspeed Barbara! Pastor Jim

March 23, 2014

Vickie and Dan Bauerle

Denise I was sad to learn of your mother's passing. I know she was special to you and your family and her loss is difficult. Please know we are thinking of you at this time.

March 23, 2014

Barbara was the kindest and most thoughtful person always ready to help in any situation. She will be truly missed by all who knew her. I know we will miss her cheerful smile she was truly a good neighbor and she made the most delicious pies ever. Our thoughts are with the family. Tom & Sue Blanton

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6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, TX 78749

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6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, TX 78749

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6300 West William Cannon Drive, Austin, TX 78749

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