Katharine Barrett Obituary

Katharine Estelle Barrett

April 21, 1931 - November 20, 2013

Franklin - Katharine Estelle Barrett, 82, a retired Fairfax County Public School system teacher, passed away on November 20, 2013. She was born in Norfolk, a daughter of the late Robert Sidney and Iva Julia Rawles Barrett, and was also predeceased by her sister, Iva Mary Hopkins.

Ms. Barrett was a 1948 graduate of Carrsville High School, and a graduate of Madison College, Southwestern Seminary with a master s degree in religious education, Southeastern Seminary and the University of North Carolina with a master s degree in biology. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, honorary women educator s organization, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and Franklin Baptist Church where she had served as a deacon.

Ms. Barrett was actively involved in the development and dedication of Barrett s Landing in Franklin, which is named in honor of her great-grandparents, Richard and Mary Rebecca Murfee Barrett.

Survivors include her brother, Robert Sidney Barrett, Jr. and his wife, Carole, of Raleigh, NC, and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM on Sunday, December 29, 2013 in the chapel of Franklin Baptist Church with the Rev. Sharon James officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

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See also: 
1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/2329264
2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/katharine-barrett-obituary?id23813044
3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/katharine-e-barrett-franklin-va/

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## Narrative Summary of the Obituary

Katharine Estelle Barrett, born on 21 April 1931, passed away on 20 November 2013 at the age of 82. A dedicated teacher and active community member, she was involved in various organizations and remembered for her contributions to education and her church.

## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services

A memorial service for Katharine Estelle Barrett was held on 29 December 2013. Burial was private.

## The Edited Obituary

**Katharine Estelle Barrett**

**21 April 1931 - 20 November 2013**

Franklin - Katharine Estelle Barrett, 82, a retired Fairfax County Public School system teacher, passed away on 20 November 2013. She was born in Norfolk, a daughter of the late Robert Sidney and Iva Julia Rawles Barrett, and was also predeceased by her sister, Iva Mary Hopkins.

Ms. Barrett was a 1948 graduate of Carrsville High School, and a graduate of Madison College, Southwestern Seminary with a master’s degree in religious education, Southeastern Seminary, and the University of North Carolina with a master’s degree in biology. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, honorary women educators’ organization, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and Franklin Baptist Church where she had served as a deacon.

Ms. Barrett was actively involved in the development and dedication of Barrett’s Landing in Franklin, which is named in honor of her great-grandparents, Richard and Mary Rebecca Murfee Barrett.

Survivors include her brother, Robert Sidney Barrett, Jr. and his wife, Carole, of Raleigh, NC, and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM on Sunday, 29 December 2013 in the chapel of Franklin Baptist Church with the Rev. Sharon James officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

### Vital Statistics Summary

| Name    | Katharine Estelle Barrett       |
|---------|---------------------------------|
| Age     | 82 years                        |
| Birth   | 21 April 1931; Norfolk          |
| Death   | 20 November 2013; Franklin      |

### Table of Relationships

| Name                       | Relationship   | Residence                      |
|----------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------|
| Katharine Estelle Barrett  | Decedent       | Franklin, VA                   |
| Robert Sidney Barrett, Jr. | Brother        | Raleigh, NC                    |
| Carole Barrett             | Sister-in-law  | Raleigh, NC                    |
| Iva Mary Hopkins           | Sister         | --                             |
| Robert Sidney Barrett      | Father         | --                             |
| Iva Julia Rawles Barrett   | Mother         | --                             |

### Other Relevant Information

1. Katharine Estelle Barrett was a retired teacher from the Fairfax County Public School system.
2. She graduated from Carrsville High School in 1948.
3. Katharine held multiple master's degrees in religious education and biology from Madison College, Southwestern Seminary, Southeastern Seminary, and the University of North Carolina.
4. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, an honorary women's educators’ organization, and the Daughters of the American Revolution.
5. Katharine served as a deacon at Franklin Baptist Church.
6. She was actively involved in the development and dedication of Barrett’s Landing in Franklin, named in honor of her great-grandparents, Richard and Mary Rebecca Murfee Barrett.