Barbara Vinson, 77, of The Villages, FL, was granted eternal rest on October 17, 2026 while surrounded by family after bravely battling cancer for almost two years.
She was born on October 23, 1948 in Erie, PA to Charlotte & Ralph Baxter. She graduated from Strong Vincent in 1966. In 1968 she married her loving husband, Chris. Barbara retired from the USPS after 30 years.
Barbra lived her best life and enjoyed golfing, bowling, reading, mahjong, music, dancing, traveling all over the world, watching the Braves, cooking, entertaining guests, all animals, and most of all spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her brother, Ralph Baxter Jr. (Rose). She leaves behind her loving husband of 57 years, children; Laura (Tim) Hinds, Sherry (Matt) Nelson, Chris Vinson Jr. (Tina), Melissa Lazar, and Eric (Maria) Vinson. She also leaves behind 19 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces, a nephew, and countless lifelong and new friends.
A memorial service will be held on November 18, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church, 250 Avenida Los Angelos, The Villages, FL at 10:00 am. Memorials can be made to St. Jude's.
The family wishes to extend gratitude to Exalt Rehab of Wildwood for the compassionate care.