Barbara Craighead Obituary
In loving memory of Barbara Craighead in Gainesboro, Tennessee, who departed this world on April 23, 2026 at the age of 81. Barbara leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Henry Martin and Eva Mae Hensley Martin; her husband James E Craighead; and her siblings, Herman Martin, Charlie Martin, Raymond Martin (UT), Opal Kernell, Lucy Wilson, Daisy Jenkins and Mary Frizzell (Zeke).
She is survived by: her children, Chris Craighead (Carey) of Lebanon, TN, Karen Smith (Mickey) of Gainesboro, TN and Amy Vance of Denver, CO; her brother Hugh Martin (Linda) of Gainesboro, TN; and her grandchildren, Rachel Craighead Riley (Rob) and Kyle Craighead (Logan). She is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial donations may be made to American Kidney Fund or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital by contacting the funeral home. The family has chosen to send donations to St. Jude Children's HospitalDonate Now (https://www.stjude.org) Donate to Charity American Kidney Fund11921 Rockville Pike Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852.
