Barbara Talsma Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Barbara Talsma of Vass, North Carolina. Barbara, born on July 31, 1960, passed away on October 14, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to 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, David Hopkins and Linda Hopkins. She is survived by: her husband David John Talsma; her sons, David Neil Talsma of Vass and Michael James Talsma of Garner; and her brother Neil Mellon of Arizona.