Miss Barbara Ann Rash, 68, of Union Grove, passed away after an extended illness on Friday, September 28, 2012. Miss Rash was born February 5, 1944 in Iredell County and was the daughter of the late Jeff and Mamie Speaks Rash. She was a graduate of Union Grove High School and prior to her retirement, she was employed with the Iredell Statesville Schools and was a long time farmer. In addition to her parents, Miss Rash was also preceded in death by one brother, Ovadean Rash. She is survived by one brother, Raeford Rash and his wife Dorothy of Hamptonville, a sister-in-law, Ruth Rash of Union Grove along with a nephew, Bradley Rash and his wife Janice of Statesville, and a niece, Brenda Rash Blake and her husband Chad of North Wilkesboro. She is furthered survived by six great nephews, two great nieces and one great-great nephew. Funeral services for Miss Rash will be conducted 2:00 pm today (September 30, 2012) in the Nicholson Funeral Home Chapel. The family will visit with friends from 12:30 until 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Grassy Knob Baptist Church Cemetery. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation for your prayers and support and they request that all donations of food be directed to either 5 Street Shelter or to Samaritans Purse. Online condolences can be made to the family at
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