Barbara A. Shaw

Barbara A. Shaw, 74, of New Castle, passed away early Monday morning, February 17, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 13, 1950, in Albany, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Randall Theodore and Gladys Mae (Smith) Owens. Barbara was a 1968 graduate of New Castle Chrysler High School, and just a week following graduation, she married the love of her life, Timothy Wayne Shaw, on June 8, 1968. For many years, they attended the First Christian Church in New Castle. She was employed at Kroger for 20 years. Barbara loved music, especially Jimmy Buffett, watching Little House on the Prairie and Fox News. She had a heart for others and gave unselfishly to help people. Barbara was a lifelong boater, and loved her birds, watching the Colts, UK Basketball, and gardening. Most importantly, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Those left to cherish Barbara’s memory include her children, Corissa Shaw Smith and Jamie (Nicole) Shaw, both of New Castle, two grandsons, David Brian (Kendra) Smith Jr., and Connor L. Smith; four granddaughters, Olivia Ryan Shaw, Carley James Shaw, Madison and Kyndall; three brothers, David Owens of Albany, KY, Bill (Janet) Owens of The Villages, Florida, and Ronnie (Rose) Owens of Sulphur Springs; a sister, Marsha (Les) Whatling of Bury St. Edmunds, England and several nephews including Brian Sewell, Doug Overton, Randy Owens, and Josh Owens. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years. Timothy Wayne Shaw on September 19, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 1, 2025, with Pastor Jerry Ingalls officiating. Cremation will follow with burial at a later date at South Mound Cemetery. You may watch the funeral service by Clicking Here. Friends may call from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm at the funeral home on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be offered to Southern Care Hospice Gentiva Foundation, 3350 Riverwood Parkway SE Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30331 or you may donate by Clicking Here. You may offer the family a personal condolence at www.sprolesfamilycares.com. The Sproles family and staff are honored to serve the family of Barbara A. Shaw.

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Barbara A. Shaw

September 13, 1950 - February 17, 2025