Wednesday, October 14, 2026 2:42 pm

Barbara Sue Tackett, age 74, passed away peacefully in her home on October 11, 2026. Barbara was a constant pillar of strength for those around her. Her never-failing positive attitude, friendly nature, and commitment to Jesus were an inspiration to everyone in her life. She will be remembered as a faithful servant of Christ and will be greatly missed.

Barbara is the daughter of the late Earle and Betty Lou Kluber. She was baptized on April 27, 1952 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in rural Victor, Iowa. Barbara grew up in Guernsey, Iowa on the family farm, and often talked about her love of the Iowa countryside and the view from the family's windmill. She married Clenon Tackett in 1977, and the two built a wonderful life together. Barbara and Clenon were especially proud of the work they put into the opening of Advent Lutheran Church and praised God for the impact it would have on their community.

Over the years, Barbara volunteered her time to numerous organizations including the Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry, the Joy Theater, and numerous volunteer opportunities at church. She never met a stranger and would easily strike up a conversation with anyone near her. Her hobbies included watching birds (especially cardinals), tending to her plants, sewing and crafting, playing cards with friends and family, and snacking on chocolate. She was very proud of her family and loved time spent with her grandchildren.

Barbara is survived by her children: John Paul Tackett (Pam), Ironton, OH; Craig Alan Tackett (Melanie), Blacksburg, SC; Amanda Elizabeth Holland (Brandon), Kings Mountain, NC; and Donna Rashel Stillions (Jared), Hallettsville, TX; grandchildren: Johnathon Tackett, Benesh Holland, Alexander Odom, Ella Holland, Adelaide Holland, Margaret Stillions and John Stillions; great-grandchild Lakelynn Odom; siblings: Sue Arnold, Dina Garland, Bonnie Lou Morton (John), Carol Ann York (Dave), and Harlan Earle Kluber (Sue); and long-time dear friend Jayne Hanley.

Barbara is preceded in death by her great-granddaughter Azreya Odom and her husband of 44 years, Clenon Tackett.

Memorial service will be held at Advent Lutheran Church on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 11 AM with Pastor Jeffrey Ware officiating. Visitation will occur prior to the service from 10:00 to 10:45 AM. Memorials may be made in Barbara's memory to All Saints Lutheran Church in Charlotte or Advent Lutheran Church in Kings Mountain.

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

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