
Barbara Mahan
April 22, 1957 - June 22, 2025Barbara Mahan, 68, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Baptist Health Hospital. She was born on April 22, 1957, in St. Charles, Missouri.
Barbara’s mother, Janice Barnard, passed away when Barbara was three years old. Barbara was adopted and raised by her grandparents, Jesse and Alice Taylor, who also preceded her in death, along with her infant daughter, Angel Mills, and infant sister, Teresa Barnard.
Barbara leaves behind her beloved family: her son with whom she was inseparable, Joseph Mahan and wife Melissa; son, Michael Mills; grandchildren: Teresa Mills, Hudson Lee Mahan, and Arabella Alice Mahan; three sisters: Glenna Taylor, Debra Harkleroad, and Beverly Dodd and husband David; a cousin who was like a sister, Betty Foley; and a host of other relatives and friends. Kitty, her cherished cat, also survives her.
A woman who embodied strong faith, she made it her practice to post daily scripture on Facebook. She always shared how much she loved the Lord. Courageous and resilient, she battled cancer and multiple surgeries with dignity and grace before finding her peace. Her loving relationship with her family, especially her grandchildren, brought her utmost joy. Her caring spirit will be cherished and missed by everyone who knew her.
Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M. Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Hart Funeral Home Chapel with Justin Morris officiating. Burial will follow in McHargue Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday evening from 6 – 8 P.M. at Hart Funeral Home, located at 1011 Master Street in Corbin.
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