of Summit, AR

March 9, 2026

Born September 20, 1952 in Gassville, Arkansas entered into glory March 9th, 2026 peacefully in her home.

She is survived by her husband L.B. Wood of 53 years, her daughters Valerie Wood and Tanya White

Grandchildren Allie Elliott, Dalton Melton, Sarah Hester, Autumn Martin, Summer Kerwood, and Ashlynn White.

Great grandchildren Kaylynn, Jeremiah, Lilly, Easton, Ruby, and Caroline. Mom's siblings are Chester Hoyle, Carol Merriman, David Hoyle, Danny Johnson, Tony Johnson, and Robbi Wilson.

Barbara was preceded in death by her mom Edith Johnson, dad Howard Hoyle, and sister Linda Rochester.

Barbara, a fun, loving, and beautiful woman, opened her home to many children who she treated as her own. Those who were babysat by Mom, called her Aunt B, and they still do to this day. If you knew her you loved her, one of the most selfless people we know. She had a heart of gold. As many are aware she did not want to eat unless you were sharing a meal with her, and many times wouldn't eat until you were eating something as well. Mom always went out of her way to make you smile. She would always say, ''Kids if you don't laugh, you'll cry''. Mom loved her music, anything from the oldies, as long as it was up beat! She loved to dance and just be around her family. Mom and her sister Carol would have many little dance parties just in her living room. Mom was always ready for a trip with her own sisters Carol, Robbi, and Karen, or even for a road trip with Dad's sisters that always treated and included her as their own sister as well, we are forever grateful for their love for Mom.

Mom loved her family greatly and would do anything she could do to keep them happy, even if it was a funny face that she would make just to get a smile and not be so ''serious'', as she would say. Taking pictures was always a challenge with mom, she loved to do her ''crazy eyes'', just ask her grandkids.

Mom was loyal to her husband and beloved daughters, doing her best to make sure they never did without. She was always waiting at the door to welcome you in with a smile and a hug. Mom was known for pecan pies, fried chicken, biscuits and gravy and her super sweet tea. Mom loved spending time out just shopping or just a simple meal out with her two girls and being together. As many know, Mom was always ready to sit and play rummy, our Aunt Betty and Mom would sit at the kitchen table daily and play for hours. Up to about a couple of weeks before Mom's passing, she was still ready to sit and play, and usually would win.

Mom has many nieces and nephews and some even loved to call her Crazy Barb as well as Aunt B. She could be a little crazy at times, but she sure didn't care, anything to bring a smile to someone's face. We are so grateful to all the family and friends that have reached out to us during this trying time. Barbara a christian by faith, we know mom is free from the oxygen and is at the feet of Jesus.

A memorial visitation will be held at Roller Burns Funeral Home Chapel Saturday, March 14th 2026 from 3pm to 5 pm.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of the Ozarks, in memory of Barbara Wood

Services are in the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR  72687
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com