Barbara Chitwood's obituary , Passed away on February 27, 2026 in Piedmont, Missouri

Barbara Chitwood

March 23, 1944 - February 27, 2026 (81 years old)

Piedmont, Missouri

Barbara Chitwood's obituary , Passed away on February 27, 2026 in Piedmont, Missouri

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Ruegg Funeral Homes Inc

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Barbara Chitwood

March 23, 1944 - February 27, 2026 (81 years old)

Piedmont, Missouri

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Barbara Chitwood Obituary

We bid farewell to Barbara Chitwood of Piedmont, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 27, 2026 at the age of 81. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Chitwood to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Lyman and Kathryn Mae Bennett (Pevrill); her son Shawn Batton; her siblings, Johnny Bennett and Eunice Flynn; and her siblings-in-law, Bob Chitwood, Pat Mann and Sarah Grantski.

She is survived by: her husband Richard Chitwood; her children, Richard Wade Chitwood of Piedmont, Lisa Markham (Tony) of Piedmont, Richelle Adams (Kevin) of Piedmont and Katina Barnfield (Clint) of Puxico; her grandchildren, Felicia McCorkell (Corey), Anthony Markham, Kasen Barnfield, Carly Barnfield, Raquel Rudolph and Riki Duncan (Tony); and her siblings-in-law, Tom Chitwood (Gladys) of Desloge, Judy Bennett of Piedmont and Wanda Chitwood of Poplar Bluff. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and a host of dear friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ruegg Funeral Homes Inc



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Ruegg Funeral Home-Piedmont
321 N Main St, Piedmont, MO 63957

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Mar 04

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Ruegg Funeral Home-Piedmont
321 N Main St, Piedmont, MO 63957

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Mar 04

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Potter Cemetery

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