Barbara H. Pulliam

Barbara Harrell Pulliam, peacefully passed away February 22, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born to Carl Kent Harrell Sr. and Lilly Mae Griffin Harrell on July 3, 1936 in St. John’s County, Jacksonville, Florida. Barbara was the beloved wife of Earl Pulliam for 64 years, a union which produced 3 children, 6 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Barbara was a teacher to children and adults alike, retiring from Coweta County Schools, from a teaching career that spanned 33 years. She helped so many find the light within themselves through her loving encouraging words. Her influence will go on forever, just like her love. Barbara is survived by her husband Earl Pulliam; her two sons and their wives Terry and Sandra Pulliam, and Dirk and Paula Pulliam; her daughter Cherry and Mark Larson; her brother and his wife Rev. Carl and Lee Harrell; Grandchildren Dr. Melissa and Corey Smith, Drs. Danielle and James Bienvenu, Caroline and Adam Long, Taylor and Ryan Manning, Caleb and Jessica Pulliam, Jordyn and Branden Bohuslav; her great grandchildren Emily Ladd, Jacob Smith, Andrew Smith, Carson Ladd, Carter Ladd, Larson Bienvenu, Madeline Long, Ryan Eleanor Manning, Abigail Long, Reese Manning, Charles Bienvenu, and Henry Bienvenu. Preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Joseph Harrell. As she entered the gates of Heaven, it is certain that she heard her Lord quote Matthew 25:23, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” We love you Granny and our love will never die. In lieu of flowers, we are asking for donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or National Multiple Sclerosis Society.