Colene Barefoot

Benson: Colene W. Barefoot, age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2013, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Johnston County after a prolonged illness.  Colene was born on August 28, 1928 in Sampson County. She was the daughter of Mae Williams and Roy Denning. Colene is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Hubert A. Barefoot; son, Gary A. Barefoot (wife, Becky); daughter, Joy Barefoot (husband, Bill Herndon); grandson, Christopher Barefoot (wife, Laney);  great grandson, Wyatt Barefoot; and brother, Jimmie Denning.  She was preceded in death by her grandson, Gregg Barefoot. Colene retired from Senior Citizens Village in Dunn.  She was a compassionate person and enjoyed making other people’s lives better.  She was a member of Holly Grove Advent Christian Church and was loved very much.  Colene kept busy in retirement surrounded by her flowers, family, and many friends. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the nurses, doctors, and staff of 4th floor Betsy Johnson Hospital, Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Johnston County and Liberty Hospice.  Your support and care were appreciated. Graveside funeral services will be 11:00AM Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at Roselawn Cemetery.  Rev. Mike Bassett will officiate. The family welcomes flowers; however, memorials may be made to Benson EMS, P. O. Box 530, Smithfield, NC  27577.