Barbara Suzanne McAlister Obituary

The memory of Barbara Suzanne McAlister of Newton, North Carolina, who passed away on May 23, 2026 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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 Suzanne McAlister to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Barbara is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Barbara's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Donald Phillips and Jean Phillips; and her siblings, David Phillips and Joanna Hovater. She is survived by: her husband Dale McAlister; her children, Stephen McAlister, Bryan McAlister, Lori Seaborg (Tim) and Calvin McAlister (Jenny); and her sister Donna Phillips. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren.