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Barbara Ann Adams, age 83, of Vicksburg, died Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Glen Arbor Hospice in Battle Creek. She was born in Clinton, Illinois on January 3, 1939 the daughter of Floyd and Opal (Mills) Miller. The family moved to the Vicksburg area in 1953, and Barbara graduated from Vicksburg High School with the class of 1957. She was married to Billy Ray Adams on February 22, 1958 in Vicksburg.
She worked briefly at the Upjohn Company, the Vicksburg Hospital, and for her father at the Texas Corners Hardware Store.
Barbara loved to sew and quilt for family and friends. She visited many area craft shows with her Appliqués by Barbara. She and her husband enjoyed travelling the country to NASCAR races, trips to the casino, and camping. In recent years they have spent their winters in Port Lavaca, Texas.
Barbara is survived by her husband of 64 years, Billy Ray Adams; a brother, Robert Miller; sister-in-law, Sally (Tom) Reed; nephews, Michael Miller and Chris, Aaron, Joe, and Matt Reed; niece, Lindsey (Tom) Den Harder and their children, Blake and Luke. She was preceded in death by her son, Bradley Ray Adams in 2017.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has been conducted. Her life will be celebrated at an open house on Sunday, September 11, 2022 from 1 to 4 pm at Kline’s Resort Clubhouse, 22460 Kline’s Resort Road, Three Rivers. Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of one’s choice. Professional assistance was provided by the Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com
