Barbara P. Bowersock, 94, of Linton, passed away peacefully at 7:25 AM on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Ketcham Memorial Center in Odon, joining a family who has brightened her days for generations. Born December 28, 1931, in Linton to Thomas and Hazel (Norris) Yates, she lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service.

Barbara cherished every moment spent in worship, whether as a devoted Lay Minister in the United Methodist Church, as a member of the Linton Assembly of God Church, or attending services with her daughter at Full Gospel Church in Scotland. Her faith wasn’t just a habit; it was a daily practice of love, patience, and encouragement that touched everyone she met.

Her hands told the story of her heart: crochet hooks and embroidery floss wove together not just fabric, but memories. She made countless baby quilts, pouring care and comfort into each stitch. Her garden was a living testament to her nurturing spirit - fresh vegetables canned with pride, shared with others.

Barbara’s life was defined by cherished family. She is survived by three children, Linda Christine (George) Rollins of Newberry, Brenda (Bill) Rennels of Clinton, and Rick (Deborah) Bowersock of Worthington. Her love extended to grandchildren Misty (Eric) Loy, Lori (Jerry) Netherlain, Terri Maxwell, Dustin (Paula) West, Tina Chamness, Leslie (Aaron) Wade, Brandy Echelberry, and Ashley (Jeremy) Followell; great-grandchildren Kaci (Kevin) Hooks, Kalynn (Dominic) Roberts, Haley West, Brianna West, Taylor Netherlain, Lexi Netherlain, Taylor Echelberry, Tori Echelberry, Brody Echelberry, Brayden Jean, and Carter Jean; and great-great grandchildren Wyatt Hooks, Elias Hooks, Lettie West, and Gracelyn Wade. The circle of her closest companions included two best friends, Carol Roush and Carol Allen, and a host of nieces and nephews who were all dear to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Amos Bowersock; son, Glenn Bowersock; brother, Adam Yates; and sister Mary Ethel Thompson.

Barbara’s legacy lives on in the quiet, steadfast faith she modeled, the handmade keepsakes she gifted to family, and the love she poured into every relationship.

A funeral service to celebrate Barbara's life will be held at Welch & Cornett Funeral Home in Linton, of Walton Funeral Service, at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, with Reverend Jim Sanders. Burial will follow at Worthington Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude's, through the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared at www.welchcornett.com.