She graduated from Drew High School with the Class of 1970. While there she was a member of the cheerleading squad and prom queen her senior year. After high school, she completed her LPN license at Great Rivers Vo-Tech in McGehee, Arkansas. From there she worked at Drew Memorial Home Health for 25 years before her retirement. Later she moved to Pine Bluff where she worked at McFarland Eye Clinic before her health failed.
Barbara Ann accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. She later joined Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church in Monticello. Although her health did not allow her to attend often, her faith in God never wavered. Barbara Ann married Elvin Hamilton and to this union, two children were born. Later in life, she met and married Melvin Hampton.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert Jacobs, Sr. (Catherine) and Annie Mozell Jacobs; three aunts; one uncle; and a stepson.
Barbara Ann leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Melvin Hampton; son, Kelvin Hamilton, Sr. (Kristi); daughters, Johnna Kay Bealer (Barry), Farjarie Hampton, and Felicia Fulton (Travis); eight grandchildren, Amber, Kelsea, Kelvin, Jr (Alishia), Tyron (Tia), Tyrese, Evan, Jazzmine, and Nia; five great-grandchildren, Ma'Siyah, Malik, Ta'Lynn, Tobais, and Kaiden; brothers, Carl Jacobs (Brenda), Albert Jacobs, Jr., and Robert Jacobs; one sister, Amanda Matthews (George); as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A Wake will be held on Monday, February 19, 2024, from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church in Monticello, Arkansas. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. You can sign Mrs. Barbara Ann's guestbook registry here on her page.
Condolences(11)
Gwendolyn Arrington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 20, 2024 I am sorry for the lost of your mother. Praying for the family.Gwendolyn Arrington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Sorry for your lost. Praying for the family.Gwendolyn Arrington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Sorry for your lost. Praying for the family.Marilyn Elaine Matthews
North Little Rock, AR Monday, February 19, 2024 Kay and Elvin: Much prayer for you and your families in the loss of your mom.Pam Leeper
Monticello, AR Monday, February 19, 2024 My prayers go out to Barbara Ann's family during your lost. Barbara Ann was a good friend and co-worker of my mothers. I enjoyed spending time with her through the years. Praying for you all.Pam Leeper
Kevin Griffin
Monticello, AR Monday, February 19, 2024 Kelvin I hate to hear this but sympathize with you. I used to get off the school bus and hang out at the hospital with her and mom. She was a wonderful lady. I have great memories of her and my mom (Linda) working together & playing softball. Lean on each other during this difficult time and pray for strength to get through.Florence
Monticello, AR Friday, February 16, 2024 My sincere condolences to u & your family. Losing your mother is heartbreaking, as I miss mine everyday. My thoughts & prayers are with u always. Your friend ALWAYS🥰Karon Beavers
Monticello, AR Friday, February 16, 2024 I want to send my heartfelt condolences to Kelvin, Johnna Kay and all the family. Barbara Ann and I worked together for years at DMH. I have many wonderful memories of those years.May the Lord wrap his arms around each of you and provide the comfort and peace that is needed at this time!
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Farjarie Shaunta Hampton
Pine Bluff, AR Friday, February 16, 2024 Condolences to the entire family….. My dad my children and I will miss you dearly … You will never be forgotten…..Stacey Deshazer Smith
Monticello, AR Friday, February 16, 2024 My Deepest condolence goes to the family of Barbara Ann. Barbara Ann was an outstanding nurse. Barbara Ann, Linda Griffin and Debra Calhoun were some of the best that ever came through the hospital. Her legacy of a phenomenal nurse and woman will live on forever in my heart. Praying for each of you.Farjarie Shaunta Hampton
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, February 15, 2024 Condolences to the entire family….. My dad my children and I will miss you dearly … You will never be forgotten…..