Barbara Ann Cowart, 74, of Collinsville, Texas was called to her eternal home on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Barbara was born on September 30, 1948 in Amarillo, Texas to John and Ruby Pearl (Melton) Perkins. She graduated from Palo Duro High School in Amarillo and from West Texas State University. She married Ron Cowart in Amarillo in 1969. Barbara retired from Tioga School District after a long and distinguished career as a teacher. She enjoyed crafting and sewing and spending time with her beloved family.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruby Perkins and her brother, Johnnie Perkins.
She is survived by her husband, Ron Cowart of Collinsville; son, Thomas Cowart and wife, Becky of Alton, Illinois; son, Robert Cowart and wife, Amy of Austin; grandchildren, Bella Cowart of Seattle, Washington; Isaac Cowart, and Liam Cowart of Austin; Jersey Cowart, and Raelynn Cowart of Alton, Illinois; and sister, Betty Paschal of Austin; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other loving friends and family.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Meador Funeral Home of Whitesboro.
Mrs Cowart was a very sweet lady that reminded me of my mom. She and my mom both and rheumatoid arthritis and I know it is very painful. She never let it show and was always very kind and sweet. My family and will miss you dearly.
Barbara, my friend you’ve always been in my heart and my best friend from 1st until now. I will dearly miss you.
Will miss you and your sunshine.
Love, Renee