Barbara Ann McElreath Obituary
The passing of Barbara Ann McElreath (Waynesville, North Carolina) occurred on August 25, 2026. Barbara Ann, born on October 14, 1947, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Barbara Ann touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Barbara Ann’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Olin Hensley and Loraine Hug Hensley. She is survived by: her children, Lisa McElreath of Asheville and James "Jimmy" McElreath of Lumberton; her siblings, Wanda Warren of Black Mountain, Larry Bruce Hensley (Florence Jump Hensley) of Keokuk, James Eugene Hensley (Claudia Elaine Hensley) of Asheville and Richard Hensley of Fairview; her grandchildren, Natasha McElreath, Matthew McElreath and Chase Winkenwerder; her nephews, Matthew Eugene Hensley and Kerry Dunbar; and her niece Stephanie Elaine Hensley (Kathy Hensley). She is also survived by two great-grandchildren.
