Barbara (Joy) Callahan's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2024 in Columbus, Mississippi

Barbara (Joy) Callahan

December 15, 1939 - August 17, 2024 (84 years old)

Columbus, Mississippi

Barbara (Joy) Callahan's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2024 in Columbus, Mississippi

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Welch Funeral Home

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Barbara (Joy) Callahan

December 15, 1939 - August 17, 2024 (84 years old)

Columbus, Mississippi

Barbara Callahan Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara Callahan of Columbus, Mississippi, born in Decatur, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 17, 2024 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Barbara find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Howard Gilbreath and Mary Evelyn Bates; and her husband Dr. Elias R. Callahan, Jr.. She is survived by: her brothers, Bobby Gilbreath (Jackie) of Murphy, NC and Ken Gilbreath (Marilyn) of Boston, MA; and her children, Rick Callahan (Karen) of Houston, TX, Robby Callahan (Lori) of Scottsboro, AL and Debbie Goebel (Kerry) of Houston, TX. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Welch Funeral Home



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