Ms. Barbara Annette Gathers, 81, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on October 6, 2026. She is survived by her sister, Shawn W. Clark; aunt, Bessie A. Gathers; brother-in-law, Lance Clark; and special cousins, Carlise Shedrick (Charlie) and Crystal Gathers. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred G. Washington, and brother, Earl Washington, II. She was a retired Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist.

The family will receive friends Friday, October 9, 2026 through Sunday October 11, 2026 between the hours of 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm at 11 Peachtree Street, Charleston SC 29403.

Public Viewing
Monday, October 12, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Smith-McNeal Funeral Home
2119 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29405

Memorial Service
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
12:00 Noon
Morris Brown A.M.E. Church
13 Morris Street
Charleston, SC 29403

Interment - PRIVATE