Barbara Ruth White Matheny

Barbara Ruth White Matheny, 89, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 14, 2026, in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

Barbara was born on December 16, 1936, to the late Ishmael Joseph White and Ruby May McDaniel White.

Barbara will be remembered most for the love she shared with her family and the lasting memories she created with those who knew and loved her. Her family will carry her memory in their hearts and treasure the time they were blessed to share with her.

Barbara leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory, including son, Mark Edward Matheny; daughter, Sharon Matheny Brackett and husband Stan; grandchildren, James C. Brackett and Sarah Brackett Hughes, and husband Kyle; great-grandchildren, Kimber Lou Hughes, and Karter James Hughes; sister, Midgie White Ensley; nephew, Mitchell Ensley and wife Mitzi; niece, Melissa Cantrell and husband Mike; along with several great-nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Sheila White; paternal grandparents, Sid and Mattie White; and maternal grandparents, Dewey and Minnie McDaniel.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Cliffside Baptist Church from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM, with a service to follow at 1:00 PM. A committal service will follow at Cliffside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Barbara Matheny Fund, PO Box 335, Cliffside, North Carolina, 28024.