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Official Obituary of

Barbara Cheryl (McGowan) Bay

1959 ~ 2025 (age 66) 66 Years Old

Barbara Bay Obituary

Barbara Cheryl (McGowan) Bay was born in Huntsville, TX, to Champ and Bobbie McGowan. Shewas preceded in death by her parents, Champ McGowan and Bobbie McGowan, and her sisters, Janice Jefferson, Sandra McGowan, and Brenda McGowan.

Barbara leaves to cherish her loving memories her devoted husband, Michael Banks, her beloved children, Lawana Bay (Arthur) and Kenneth Bay (Lola); her cherished grandchildren, Weeonica Kizzee, Weedaysha Kizzee, Kenneth Bay, Jr., Jerry Mills, Justin Brown, and Jayvion Bay; and her four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Willie McGowan, Henry McGowan, and Edward McGowan, along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Barbara Cheryl (McGowan) Bay will be lovingly remembered for her strength, devotion to family, and the lasting impact she made on all who knew her.


Services

Viewing
Friday
December 19, 2025

12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cox Funeral Home
1305 13th Street
Huntsville, TX 77340

Homegoing Celebration
Saturday
December 20, 2025

11:00 AM
Greater Robinson Memorial C.O.G.I.C.
515 Avenue M
Huntsville, TX 77320

Committal Ceremony

Martha Chapel Memorial Cemetery
Bowden Road at Martha Chapel Road
Huntsville, Texas, TX 77340

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