Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert and Layla Tucker. She grew up in the South Norfolk area and was raised up in New Central Baptist Church. Her parents raised her to love the Lord. Barbara is predeceased by her late husband James A. Scott Sr., and her three sons, James A. Scott Jr., Davie L. Scott, and Joseph S. Scott. She was also predeceased by all of her 7 siblings.Barbara was an early graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and she pursued a higher education of learning in the field of nursing. She soon met the love of her life and was married to James. A. Scott Sr. on September 11, 1949, and from this union 7 children were born. She joined her husband and became a member of New Hope United Church of Christ under the direction of Bishop Carlton R. Upton. Sr. Their membership continued under the late Reverend Dr. James. W. Anderson into the present Pastorship of Michele R. Donaldson. She served on the Women’s Usher board, she was a willing worker, prison ministries and she looked forward to coming to worship and hear the choir every Sunday.Barbara worked part-time as the Head Nursery Attendant at the Downtown Athletic Club for over 8 years. She also worked in Early Childhood Education as a Teacher Assistant and cook at Denby Daycare for several years. She loved working with and assisting seniors during her golden years. Barbara was a member of the Salvation Army and the Kroc Center where she participated in weekly senior activities, field trips, and the ministries as well. She loved all types of music, dancing, and writing poems into her twilight years.
Barbara was the matriarch of her family and was a wonderful homemaker, who loved interior design. She was an avid gardener and won several Norfolk Housing Redevelopment and Community yard awards. She read her bible daily, often welcomed Jehovah’s witnesses into her home, and adored flowers. A very strong disciplined God-fearing woman who also instilled the love of God in her children. Everyone knew that she said what she meant and meant what she said when it came to her household.
God looked around his garden and found an empty space, He looked down and saw Barbara’s angelic face, He put his arms around her and lifted her to rest because in his garden he only takes the best.
She is survived by her 4 children, Robert. S. Scott, Selina S. Vaughan, Sabrina S. Grimes (Allen), La-Nette Sugars (Juan). Nine Grandchildren, Hermeyon Lawrence, Blake Heckstall, Ebony Lawrence, Stephanie Scott, Cassandra McKinney, Ashley Jernigan (Chris), Tamara Lawrence, Ajahni Sugars, and Armani Scott. 23 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, a special cousin, Joyce Hawkins,
2 sisters-n-law, Virginia Marner-Sawyer and Lillian Dykes, a devoted niece, Brenda Harrell, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
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LSugars says
January 17, 2021 at 2:09 pmI had my Mom for 49 years and unfortunately, although I have experienced many deaths, NO words can explain the loss of a parent or sibling. 91 years is a long time to be on this earth, but I’m SO happy GOD blessed me to have her and I’m proud that she is my Mom. She loved her bible, dancing, ALL music, decorating, writing poetry, and she made flowers blossom. As you can see, all of these are jovial like my Mom. I also loved that she was a no-nonsense person, a firecracker. In the Afrikan community, they name her “Abena” which means “FIRE”. :-) They saw that she was sweet, but didn’t play. I learned so MUCH from my Mom. She was small in stature, but mighty and I know that she will have some great wings to fly on high.
~ Nakupenda ~ La-Nette
Annita Wilson says
January 19, 2021 at 9:40 amRobert,Selena,Sabrina and La Nette I’m so sorry for your loss. May God be with you’ll doing your time of need and give you’ll the strength to go one. I will miss your mom also, she was the first mother in law I ever knew. She gave me many words of wisdom as well. I was young at the time, but as time has moved on I now realize what they meant to me. Like La Nette said she was No none sense, she meant business(straight liquor no chaser)!!! I love y’all, if I can be of any help let me know.
Crystal Boney says
January 25, 2021 at 2:54 pmMy Condolences to the Scott Family I love your Mom we work together at the Downtown Gym until she left so sweet she truly will be missed
MICHAEL A. THOMASS, SR. says
January 24, 2021 at 12:50 pmREST IN PEACE MRS. BARBARA
Pamela Scott says
January 25, 2021 at 10:16 amMy condolences to my cousins on the loss of Aunt Barbara. Yes you will definitely be missed. You were sweet, kind and always had a smile on your face. May your beautiful spirit Rest in Heavenly Peace.
Family just remember Weeping may endure for a night But Joy will come in the morning.
If you all need me you now how to find me I am just a phone call away..
Love you Rob,Selina, Sabrina and La-Nette.
Pam
MISSY. REGINA FAITH WILLIAMS says
January 25, 2021 at 10:12 pmI AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE TRULY BE MISSED. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. WE LOVED HER. ,BUT GOD LOVED HER BEST. BE BLESS
Shirley says
February 2, 2021 at 12:56 pmSincere Condolences to the Scott Family.So glad I had the opportunity to care for Mrs Barbara in her final days. I will truly miss the conversations,laughs and good meals we shared. She is truly in a better place.No more pain and suffering.EARTH HAS NO SORROW HEAVEN CAN’T HEAL. Rest Well Mrs.Barbara Love and Miss You❤️?
Vyone Key says
February 2, 2021 at 4:31 pmLoving a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. Her memory lives on a legacy of love that will always be with you. Hold tight to the memories, love and lessons she left behind. Hope that her love surround you now and brings peace to you.
Marlo Quinones says
February 3, 2021 at 11:12 amPlease accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Aunt Barbara. She was a kind and caring woman with a tender heart. May her soul Rest In Peace.
MR. & MRS. LORENZO SUGARS says
February 4, 2021 at 1:56 amLORENZO & EDNA SUGARS
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MATT. 5:4 BLESSED ARE THEY THAT MOURN: FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED.
WE MET MRS. BARBARA SCOTT THROUGH OUR SON. HE MET MRS. BARBARA’S DAUGHTER, THEY FELL IN LOVE AND GOT MARRIED IN CHICAGO. MRS. BARBARA TRAVELED WITH US TO VISIT THEM IN CHICAGO AND WHEN THEY RELOCATED TO MARYLAND, TRAVELED WITH US A FEW TIMES TO VISIT THEM. OVER THE YEARS, SOMETIME OUR FAMILIES GOT TOGETHER FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER. IT WAS VERY SPECIAL TIME. MRS. BARBARA HAD A CALM PERSONALITY AND NEVER MET A STRANGER.
RIP MRS. BARBARA, RIP.
William and Saundra Malone says
February 4, 2021 at 8:38 amDeepest sympathy to the Scott Family. A Mother’s love is like no other. Surly, her physical present will be missed but the love she had for you all and the love you all had for her will live on forever in your hearts. Rest in peace Mrs. Barbara Scott.
Ellen Agbewornu says
February 4, 2021 at 4:43 pmMy deepest condolences to Robert, Selina, Sabrina, and La-Nette; and to all those who knew and loved Aunt Barbara. No matter how old we are, its never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your mother.
Leach girls says
February 6, 2021 at 11:00 amMs Barbara was so sweet and caring. My prayers are with the family.
ANNETTE Spruill says
February 6, 2021 at 4:31 pmTo the Scott family you’ll know I LOVE YOU ALL always and forever my prayers are with you I LOVE Mrs Barbara Scott and always will She gave me my first job babysitting the younger ones on weekends all that has been said about her is true from clean house to being. tough but she was always loving and caring the last time I saw her it was like I was still that young girl baby sitting Know that we all are family forever LOVE YOU ALL KEEPING PRAYERS GOING UUP. THANK FOR MRS SCOTT
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