Ms. Betty “Gaye” Barfield, age 62 of Centre, passed away on January 16, 2026, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 6pm Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Zach Pruitt officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 4pm until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Survivors include her daughter, Kasi (David) Danford; Son, Kyle (Taylor) Barfield; Grand-children, Alyssa Danford, Jackson Barfield, Elijah Barfield, Jonathan (Kayla) Danford, Hayley (Steven) Wood; Great-Grandchildren, Brayleigh Danford, William Wood, and Olivia Wood; and a new great-grandchild due to arrive in August that Gaye was so excited to meet; Sister-In-Law, Robin (Davis) Barfield; Siblings, Allen (Inez) Barfield, Lee (Vicki) Barfield, and Cindy (Tim) Jones, many nieces and nephews, and a host of animals that were the love of heart.
Gaye was a native of Marietta, GA and the daughter of the late Davis and Betty Barfield, Sr. She was preceded in death by a Brother, Davis “Davey” Barfield, Jr., and Sister-in-law, Doris Barfield. She loved all animals, being outdoors, and could play the piano by ear and also had a love to crochet.
The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to help defer funeral expenses, the link can be found on our website, www.cherokeememorialfuneralhome.com.
Her family had this to say about Gaye’s life, “Dearest Mimi, your unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our journey thus far. You’ve embodied the spirit of a truly remarkable Mother, Mimi, and friend, and we’re forever grateful. As we step forward, your guidance remains etched in our hearts. Your absence will be deeply felt, yet we’re comforted by the knowledge that you’ve entrusted us with the next chapter. Sixty-two incredible years have flown by, and though the past six months have been arduous, your resilience has been an inspiration. Your love for family and all creatures has been a beacon of hope. Through life’s triumphs and tribulations, you’ve stood by us unwaveringly. Though bidding farewell in body is difficult, we draw solace from the promise of a future reunion. Your departure leaves us with mixed emotions – sorrow at your leaving, yet joy in the knowledge that you’re free from pain. Know that we love you immeasurably and cherish the memories we’ve shared. Rest peacefully, knowing we’ve got this.”
Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
