Barbara Nell Kennedy

Visitation Schedule
Roller-Swift Funeral Home
2173 S US Hwy 61
Osceola, AR  72370
Monday, January 27, 2025
1:00 to 2:00 PM
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Roller-Swift Funeral Home
2173 S US Hwy 61
Osceola, AR  72370
Monday, January 27, 2025
2:00 PM
Cemetery
Louise Chapel
Bardstown Rd.
Bassett, AR  72313

Barbara Nell Kennedy

of Willow Springs, MO

November 3, 1946 - January 22, 2025

Barbara Nell Kennedy, 78, of Willow Springs, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was born on November 3, 1946 to William and Bessie Borden. Barbara worked as a C.N.A for many years. She was of Pentecostal faith and loved Jesus. Barbara had a huge heart, forgave easy and never held a grudge. She enjoyed spending time with family, listening to music and fishing. Barbara is survived by her sons, Scott Harrison, David Jones; daughters, Penny Brake, Donna (Bobby) Harkins, Angela (James) Padgett, Regina Dewitt (Michael) Cain, Toynua Jones, Connie (Alan) Richard, Jenny (Brian) Rehmert, Crystal (Scott) Grogan, Billie Jones, Debbie (Jim) Niles; 41 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren and brothers, Paul Borden and Mac Borden. She was preceded in death by her 1st husband of 32 years, Billy F. Jones; her 2nd husband, Travis Weldon Kennedy; her parents; brothers, Tom, Charles, Boots, Row, Franklin, Arvis, Johnny; sisters, Eva, Catherine, Marie and son-in-law, Scott Brake. A visitation will be held at Roller-Swift Funeral Home on Monday, January 27, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm. Interment will be at Louise Chapel. Guestbook: www.RollerFuneralHomes.com

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Stephanie Wynne
Etowah, AR
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Thursday, March 6, 2025

I'm sorry for your loss may you fly high with the angels she was a very sweet lady

Amber Cook
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Monday, January 27, 2025

Momma I love you and will miss you . You and I had such a special bond you were more than just a mother in law to me. My favorite memory of you was when I was teaching you how to drive . You were such a strong woman and Your faith was so amazing. I pray for each of the kids . Watch over all of us until we meet again . I love you Momma .

Sia Danzo
Licking, MO
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Monday, January 27, 2025

I'm sorry for your pain and loss.
I look forward to the time when "death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry no pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." ~Revelation 21:4

Angela penning
Duncan, OK
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Sunday, January 26, 2025

My heart goes out to the family I'm so sorry for your loss of your momma I loved her like a mom I sure will miss her so much I loved coming to y'all's house and staying she treated me like I was one of her's I love all of y'all

Kathy Rose Wright
Huntsville, TN
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Sunday, January 26, 2025

Barb and her family are very precious to me. Barb loved everyone. She was an outstanding employee and friend. She was beautiful and always smiling while encouraging everyone. We hold tight in our hearts the memories of her. I loved her dearly and she will certainly be missed by all who have known her. Rest in peace and we will see you on the other side!

Kathy (Lewis) Hammer
St.Louis, MO
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Saturday, January 25, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss, I can remember your mom way back then. Her and mom were so close back in the day. In the old trailer park Woodlawn manger, she was so sweet person. I will miss her. Rest in peace .

Teresa Bell
Davenport, IA
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Saturday, January 25, 2025

RIP Barbara you are in the arms of Jesus now what a beautiful angel now I love you and will you miss send prayers for your family

Jacob Brotherton
Willow Springs, MO
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Friday, January 24, 2025

So sorry for your loss Penny! Praying for your and your family! Sending you love!

Jennifer Faries
West Memphis, AR
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Friday, January 24, 2025

Barb was an amazing person and funny loved her she could make anyones day. She will be greatly missed.

Angie Griggs Potter
Parkin, AR
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Praying for Everyone!! Love y'all

Darla Lindsay
Clark, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

My condolences to the family...

Misty Bykowsky and Robert Simonelli
Plato, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Shannon and Art
Tuscumbia, AL
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

So sorry..I loved her so much..she was a special person and she loved Jesus and her family

Scott and Cathy Stilley
Willow Springs, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

We are so very sorry for your loss.

Billie Jean Rodriguez
Davenport, IA
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I loved to listen to you sing so many songs you were very good at it. You will forever be in our hearts.

Bryan and Jenny Rehmert
Hermqnn, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Roni Prater(Burwell)
Fredericktown, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

This woman was a one of a kind if you were her friend you were it for life. She had a heart of gold and would help anyone she could. This earth sure did loose sounding special but heaven gained a awesome angel. Love you Barb fly high with

Sydney Hill
Licking, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

A beautiful soul inside and out! She sure will be missed! Prayers to all family and friends!!!

Steve & Fran Dunn
Jefferson Cty, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love and hugs.

Steve & Fran Dunn

Tina Wagner
Licking, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you all.

Sheila Smith
Bucyrus, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

So sorry for your loss, prayers for your family

Kami Booker
Raymondville, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss, praying for y’all

Teresa Kittle
Sheffield, AL
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I am sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.

Dewayne Kuelker
Pacific, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great lady. We will be praying for you and your family.

Kami Booker
Raymondville, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss, praying for y’all

Tracy Borden
Muscle Shoals, AL
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

So sorry for your loss

Kami Booker
Raymondville, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss, praying for y’all

Karen Ranes
Searcy, AR
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Thought we were biological related and I was adopted and I found her and some others . She was the nicest of them all. She always had a sweet smile and happy . She when I met her always wanted her hair just right and it always was . She was good people . I wish I could of gotten to know her better

Kami Booker
Raymondville, MO
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss, praying for y’all

Michelle Cook
Reb bay, AL
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Thursday, January 23, 2025

Rest high my love i know heaven is doing some dancing now