She was born June 27, 1959 in Salisbury, NC. Barbara graduated from East Rowan High School in 1977 and enjoyed gardening.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, Jean Shuping Griffin; father, Glenn Cook; and sister, Susie Thornburg.

Barbara is survived by her husband, David Wheeler; daughter, Brandy Skelton; sisters, Debra Goforth (Roger), Tammie Drew (Allen), and Sandy Hollman (Jasper); brother, Dean Griffin (Donna); and step-father, Andy Griffin.

There will be a private family gathering held at a later date.