Barbara Gail Worrell , age 71 of Roanoke and formerly of Pulaski County passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem surrounded by her loving family. Born January 20, 1954 in Pulaski, she was the daughter of the late James Berman Worrell, Jr. & Christine Elizabeth Sayers Worrell. She was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law- Nancy Worrell.

Barbara was an outstanding athlete in Pulaski High School and while she attended Virginia Tech. She was proud of being chosen to call lines at the U.S. Open in Flushing N.Y. She was a referee in some of Billy Jean King's tournaments. Barbara loved her Hokies.

Barbara is survived by her

Brothers & Sisters – James Richard Worrell – Charlotte, NC, Kathy Elaine Shiffler – Charlotte, NC, Gerald Worrell and William Schneider – Cornelius, NC, Joan Worrell (Kenneth) Umberger – Draper

Nieces & Nephews – Richard (Alanna) Worrell, Christie (Boaty) Alexander, Devin (Maria) Umberger, Lucas (Cara) Umberger, Meaghan Worrell, Andrew Worrell and Cristopher Worrell

Many Great Nieces and Nephews

Special Friend - Barbara Hof - Roanoke

Family graveside funeral services will be held 10:00 AM - Friday, March 14, 2025 at the Draper Valley Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Draper.

A memorial service will be Friday, March 14,2025 at 11:00 AM at the Village Chapel, 3091 Greenbriar Road, Draper. with Rev. Wes Jamison officiating.

Reception and greeting of the family will follow at the Draper Mercantile.

To sign Barbara's online guestbook, visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com - Bower Funeral Home & Crematory, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.