Barbara Joyce Johnson Obituary
We bid farewell to Barbara Joyce Johnson of Owensboro, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 12, 2026 at the age of 94. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Joyce Johnson to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harry Baker and Katherine Bowen Baker; her husband Hershel; her son-in-law Riley Westerfield; and her siblings, Mary Hawkins, Frances Attebury and Harry Thomas Baker, Jr..
She is survived by: her daughters, Linda Westerfield (Johnny Gunterman) of Owensboro, Deborah Johnson (Mark) of Owensboro and Betty Underhill (David) of Philpot; and her grandchildren, Kathy Young (Rob) of Owensboro, Holly Cavender of Owensboro, Amy Jacob (Mike) of Owensboro, James Lambert (Alicia) of Philpot, Chad Underhill (Amy) of Philpot and Angel Harrington (Nathan) of Whitesville. She is also survived by 16 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 910 Booth Avenue, Owensboro, KY 42301.
