IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Barbara Jean

Barbara Jean Gross-Martin Profile Photo

Gross-Martin

Oct 9, 1951 — Sep 28, 2024

Obituary

Barbara Jean Martin, 72, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, peacefully transitioned on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at her home. She was born to the late Tommy and Thelma Smith on October 9, 1951, in Steele, Missouri.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; daughter and son, April Gross, and Jamal Gross.; her brother, Tommy Lee Smith; and her sis Jean Smith.

Barbara graduated from Marshall High School in Chicago, Illinois, before moving to Hot Springs, where she married Danny Martin. She earned an associate's degree in business from Henderson University and worked for five years with Community Senior Companion.

She faithfully served Airport Road and Church of Christ for many years. Barbara had a deep passion for helping others, feeding the homeless, and offering her talents in home interior decorating. She also loved traveling and, in her earlier years, worked as a modeling agent, guiding several women into careers in major magazines, commercials, and other roles.

Her favorite saying was, "If it's in God's will, let it be done," a testament to her strong faith and humble spirit.

Barbara is survived by her children: Martin Tyrone Gross, Marcus Gross, Felix Flemmings III, and Sequinta Dendy; her sister, Mary Smith; her niece, Denise Jones; her nephew, Christopher Smith; and her beloved grandchildren: Essence Lomack, Ashanii Lomack, Annia Reed, Emarii Dendy, Ariana Smith, Anthony Smith, Felysia Smith, and eight additional grandchildren.

Barbara's life was a reflection of love, service, and faith. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those she touched with her kindness and generosity

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Arrangements are entrusted to Carrigan Memorial Funeral Services

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Funeral Services

Visitation

October
5

Woodridge Street Church of Christ

133 Woodridge Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

10:00 - 11:00 am

Funeral Service

October
5

Woodridge Street Church of Christ

133 Woodridge Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Starts at 11:00 am

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