Barbara Jewel Napier Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Barbara Jewel Napier of Coulterville, Illinois. Barbara, born on May 13, 1949 in Harlan, Kentucky, passed away on October 10, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Barbara for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Barbara’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Barnes and Merthell Adkins Barnes; and her sisters, Joyce Gilbert, Evelyn Martin and Paulie Guthrie.
She is survived by: her husband Bobby Napier of Coulterville, IL; her children, Eric Napier of Illinois and Lyndill Napier of Illinois; her grandchildren, Alexandria, Jaylen and Breanna; and her great grandchild Carolina Jewel.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Evarts Funeral Home (119 Bridge St, Evarts, KY 40828). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Chapel of the Evarts Funeral Home (119 Bridge St, Evarts, KY 40828).
