Barbara Duckworth

Barbara Ann (Day) Duckworth, born on January 4, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on October 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving children. Barbara was a dedicated member of her community and is remembered for her invaluable contributions to the Cobb County School Systems, where she worked for 36 years as a Bus Driver. Her years of service reflected her commitment to nurturing the next generation, ensuring their safe transportation and fostering a sense of care and responsibility.

Growing up, Barbara graduated from West Fulton High School and carried the values instilled in her into adulthood. For the last 55 years, she has resided in Austell, Georgia, where she was a proud founding member of Floyd Road Baptist Church, enriching the lives of others through her devotion and faith over her remarkable 76-year membership.

Barbara's warm personality shone brightly throughout her life. She was known for being sweet and deeply loving towards her family. Her greatest pride came from her family, who filled her life with joy and purpose. The greatest joy in her life was her two children, until she became a Maw Maw with grandchildren, and then great-grandchildren. She cherished her time spent shopping, decorating her home, tending to her yard, and indulging in her favorite pastime of watching game shows.

Barbara leaves behind her loving son, Kevin Duckworth; adoring daughter, Karen Gresham (Mark); grandchildren, Savannah Staton (Michael), Holliann Gresham, and Gracie Gresham; great-grandchildren, Brady Staton and Hartlee Jo Staton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, James Day and Dolly Grimes Day; her brother, Alton Day; and her husband, Herbert Duckworth.

A visitation will be held on October 4, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM, both taking place at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory, located at 2480 Macland Rd SW, Marietta, GA 30064. Interment will immediately follow at Riverview Cemetery in Smyrna, Georgia.

Barbara Ann (Day) Duckworth will be remembered as a dedicated Mom, Maw Maw, and friend, whose life was a testament to love and devotion. Her legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.