Barbara Ann John

Barbara Ann John, 76, of Avon, passed away November 7, 2021.  She was born August 18, 1945 to the late Robert C. and Patricia (Reese) Bailey in Indianapolis, IN. She received her Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Ball State University and went on to receive her degree as a Specialist in Education. Barb began her career in education as an art teacher. She enjoyed working with special needs children at Wilson Middle School in Muncie. Barb went on to become a school psychologist and practiced for twenty years. She also volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children.  Barb loved all things Fall; buying pumpkins and bittersweet brought her joy. It was fitting that she left us on a beautiful Autumn night. She took great pleasure in decorating for the holidays and spending time with friends and family. She also loved nature and traveling; Brown County State Park, Indiana and Platte Lake, Michigan were a few of her favorite destinations. She would often travel by car so that she could meander and explore the area. Barb was very creative and shared her talent with others by making them homemade cards, painted rocks, and decor. She didn’t always play by the rules and encouraged others to do the same.  Her family would like to give a special thanks to Northwest Healthcare Center’s staff for their kind and compassionate care. Barb is survived by her son, David M. (Rachael) John; a daughter, Shelby K. (Allan) John Enderwitz; a granddaughter, Silvia John; and her special friend, her dog, Bella. Memorial services will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 13, 2021 in the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield, where friends may call on Saturday from 1:00 pm until service time at 2:00 pm. A private inurnment was held at Edgar Cemetery in Paris, IL. Contributions may be made to the Hendricks County Humane Society, 3033 E. Main St., Danville, IN 46122 or online at www.hendrickshumane.org