of Little Rock, AR
January 8, 1940 - November 16, 2017
Barbara Angel, age 77, of Little Rock died November 16, 2017. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Little Rock. Barbara was the retired Executive Director of the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA). The ASCPA is a Professional Organization for CPAs with a membership of over 3500. Barbara loved her job and the people with whom she worked, both staff and members. She considered it a privilege to be able to work in a job that she loved so much. She worked many more hours than the job required and always looked forward to the next day. She began her career with the ASCPA in 1975 and worked there for thirty-eight years before her retirement in 2013.
Barbara worked outside her home almost her entire life. At the age of ten, she was cleaning other people's houses and babysitting; and when she was twelve, she started working at her first "real job" as a clerk in Sterling's Department Store in downtown Little Rock. From then until her retirement, she worked full time except when she attended school, and then she worked part time. Barbara graduated from Little Rock Central High School in 1958 (the year of the Integration Crisis). She attended evening classes at UALR, where she maintained a grade point of 4.0.
As so many girls in the fifties did, Barbara married her high school sweetheart, Hobart Sullivan, at a very young age. After twenty-eight years of marriage, which produced four children, they divorced. Like many couples who marry too young, as they grew up, they grew apart.
In 1986, Barbara fell in love with C. M. "Mac" Angel, and they were married in 1987. Her years with him were probably the happiest years of her life, as well as his. Mac always said he never knew there could be so much love and openness in a family as in Barbara's. Barbara and Mac were perfect for each other; and they always said God and the "Angels among us" brought us together. Many people who were around them and saw their happiness referred to them as "Soul Mates". This marriage ended in 1995, after only nine years of happiness, when Mac (the love of Barbara's life) died of cancer. Barbara never fully got over the loss, and always felt Mac's spirit was still with her. She looked forward to being with him again in Heaven.
Even though it was necessary for Barbara to always work outside of the home, and even though she was dedicated and loved her job at the Arkansas Society of CPAs, her real joy and happiness were her children, and later her grandchildren, too. Barbara always had time for her children and their activities, as well as her grandchildren. Over the years, she attended many ballgames, plays, pageants and other activities of her children and grandchildren. She loved them all unconditionally and with all her heart. They were not only her family, but her best friends. She was happiest when she was with them. They will tell you today, she taught them the love of God, good work ethics and confidence in themselves. Their lives today attest to this. All of them are responsible adults with exceptional careers; and they all love God.
In addition to raising her own four children, Barbara also raised two nephews and a niece, who today are fine adults, who love God. Their children were Barbara's great-nieces and nephews; however, she considered them her grandchildren, too. Holidays at Barbara's house consisted of fun, food and the gathering of thirty to fifty family members.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, C. M. "Mac" Angel; her parents, Joe W. and Violet Gee Vann; her brothers, Fred Leon Vann, Warren W. "Bill" Greenwich, and Joe W. Vann and four sisters, Betty Vann Hartwick, Jewel McGill Timms, Violet Evelyn Dunn, and Jeannie Irvin Bland. She is survived by one son, Hobart Lee "Bart" Sullivan; three daughters, Angela Marie Lowe, Jamie Renee' Kuhn and Alicia "Tyke" Troutman; one daughter-in-law, Robbie Rowland Sullivan; and three sons-in-law, Alan 'Buz" Lowe, Bradley Morris and Michael F. Kuhn; a niece who lives in the home, Sharon Vann; two nephews she raised, Herbert "Herb" Newman and Leon Vann, as well as many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as great-great nieces and nephews, whom she loved very much. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; Violet Renee' White, Lauren Olivia Sullivan, Emily Jewel Sullivan, Ashley Elizabeth Young, Korbin Micha Kuhn, MacKenzie Angel Kuhn, Dakotah Bartlee Troutman, and Grayson Ty Troutman.
Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 p.m., Monday, November 20, 2017 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas (501) 224-8300. Funeral services are 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at First Church of the Nazarene, 1200 North Mississippi, Little Rock, with Reverend Ron McCormick, officiating. Reverend James Daniel, Reverend Bob Howard, and Reverend Dan Casey will also be speaking. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery beside her beloved Mac. Pallbearers are her grandsons, Dakotah Troutman and Grayson Troutman; sons-in-law, Buz Lowe, Mike Kuhn, and Brad Morris; and nephew, Herb Newman. Honorary pallbearers are: John Peace, Dick Hatfield, Bill Booker, Stan Kozij, Jimmie Shannon, Jim Petty, W. L. Cook, Gene Cogbill, Pradeep Sapkota, and Sushil Subedi.
Memorials may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene Building Fund, 1200 North Mississippi, Little Rock, AR 72207, in memory of Barbara. Barbara loved her church and was on the Building Committee. She wanted to see this happen.
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20 Condolence(s)
DW
Monday, November 27, 2017
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" ( 3) Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, (4 ) who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Larry Szurgot
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I have known Barbara since we were in grade school. I was raised just a few blocks from her. She still looks the same as she did back then. The last time I saw her was in 2006 or 2007, in Little Rock. I had parked at a meter on second street and she had parked there also and was looking in her purse for change to feed the meter, when I approached her she asked if I had some change and I said no Barbara I don't, she looked at me in amazement and finally recognized me!! That was the first time I had seen her in several years.
Dane Dover
Monday, November 20, 2017
Angie and Family,
You will be in my prayers in the coming days. Barbara always lightened up my day every time I saw her. She will be missed.
LaKeitha Austin/Jarvis Brooks
Monday, November 20, 2017
Mama Barbara, you will be missed. We watched a many baseball games together!
Frances Love
Monday, November 20, 2017
Angie and family I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom she was such a sweet lady. I worked with her as a state employee but didn't realize she was your mom. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers
Doug and Allison Patchell
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Jamie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pat Solomon
Sunday, November 19, 2017
I worked with Barbara at the Clinton Presidential Center. She was always gracious and charming. When she was there she brightened my day and I will miss her.
Danny Wilson
Friday, November 17, 2017
I knew Mac before I knew Barbara. They were made for each other and are together once again. They will both be sorely missed.
KENNETH A EUBANKS
Friday, November 17, 2017
BARBARA WILL BE SORELY MISSED IN OUR CPA WORLD.
EVERY TIME I WOULD GO FOR CPE CREDITS SHE WOULD
BE THERE WITH A GREETING AND SMILE. SHE WAS READY TO
ASSIST WITH MY PROBLEMS AS THE AROSE. I'LL WILL MISS HER
VERY MUCH. MAY GOD BLESS HER FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF LOSS.
Robin Wyse Marlow
Friday, November 17, 2017
Barbara was like a magnet! People were just drawn to her! Always gracious, always beautiful, always sincere! She will be missed by many... My thoughts are with the family; I will keep you all in my prayers.
Dennis Tomorsky
Friday, November 17, 2017
Barbara was a most wonderful and positive influence on the Executive Directors and CEOs of all the state CPA societies. Her positive outlook and concern for serving others provided inspiration to all her fellow CPA society executives who respected and admired her dedication.
Kay Wyse
Friday, November 17, 2017
Always beautiful inside and out. Our friendship goes back to when our children were all at the ballpark and although we drifted apart for a time Facebook brought us back together. She was a wonderful mother who brought her children up to love the Lord. Barbara fought a courageous fight against cancer with dignity and strength. She was an inspiration of strength, faith and spirit. She will be missed.
Robin Wyse Marlow
Friday, November 17, 2017
Barbara was like a magnet! People were just drawn to her! Always gracious, always beautiful, always sincere! She will be missed by many... My thoughts are with the family; I will keep you all in my prayers.
Shelley Myers
Friday, November 17, 2017
Our deepest sympathy go to Barbara and her family. She was a gracious and wonderful lady and will be greatly missed.
Aimee Hill
Friday, November 17, 2017
I'm just devastated by the loss of Barbara. She was the sweetest soul and her sweet smile every Sunday was infectious. Her family has been a special part of my life for the past 20+ years and her legacy will live on. She will be greatly missed but I know she is happy with Mac and the heavenly angels she's seeing right now. Love you guys!
Debra Lynn Thompson
Friday, November 17, 2017
Sorry for your loss, will be praying for the family during this time.
Jerry Burchfield
Friday, November 17, 2017
We were blessed to have her as "the force" behind the ASCPA for so many years. If you needed something done the odds were that it would be done before you asked. She loved her job and loved working with the varied personalities and talents of members in such a large organization. We missed her when she retired and will continue to do so as long as those who knew her are around.
Kathy Gratzon
Friday, November 17, 2017
I met Barbara when we were both volunteers at the Clinton Library. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out.
JERRY EDGIN
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Praying for the family. BARBARA will be dearly misses.
Robin E Harris
Thursday, November 16, 2017
My deepest condolences to Barbara's family. I have many fond memories of her and enjoyed working for her for 15 years until she retired. I learned a lot from her, she was a great mentor and friend. She did not give up and was always steadfast in her faith. She will be missed terribly.