Barbara Sue Mason

Barbara Sue Mason, 86, of Green Forest; passed away Thursday, October 1, 2026, at The Blossoms at Berryville. She was born Thursday, March 14, 1940, at Green Forest; to Riley Wilson and Susie Bell Carmichael Gilbert. Barbara married Vance Eugene Mason and together they were blessed with a daughter and several children from both sides. She worked as a waitress for many years and found great joy spending time outdoors, especially deer hunting, gardening, and growing flowers.

Irises and roses held a special place in her heart. Barbara was a devoted Elvis fan and enjoyed expressing her creativity through sewing, home improvement projects, and making dolls. She was also a wonderful cook who took pleasure in preparing meals for those she loved. Barbara had a generous heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Her home was affectionately known as the “Home of Strays,” reflecting her caring nature and the love she so freely gave to people and animals alike. Her kindness, creativity, and loving spirit will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Vance Mason; one son, Dwayne Lombard; her parents, Riley and Susie Gilbert; five brothers, Gerald (Jerry) Gilbert, John Gilbert, Shobie Gilbert, Dewie Gilbert; Jimmy Gilbert; and two sisters, Doris Huntington and Kay Peterson.

Barbara is also survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Tommy (Mack) and Jane Gilbert, of Green Forest; four sisters and three brothers-in-law, Debby and Mike Creager, of Green Forest; Judy and Dale Merideth, of Berryville; Glenda Driewer, of Rogers; and Linda and William Cooksey, of Fayetteville; as well as seven grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Cremation is entrusted to services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.