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Barbara Hofacket, 80, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2015 in San Angelo. She was born to the late, Jud and Verdie Wagley Neighbors on Thursday, September 5, 1935 in Matador, Texas. Barbara worked as a bookkeeper in several industries, including education, medical and bankruptcy reorganization. She was of the Baptist faith. Barbara has been described as being spicy, unique and sassy. To say she had an independent streak and strong will just scratches the surface. She was a hard working lady who enjoyed decorating, sewing, dancing, bird hunting and puzzles. Barbara kept those she loved on their toes and will be missed greatly. She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Shannon Hofacket; and siblings, Bill Neighbors, June Myers, Stanley Neighbors and Betty Rudder.
Survivors include her children, Cory Hofacket and wife, Linda, Pete Hofacket and wife, Diane, and Shelly Shannon and husband, Savell; grandchildren, Jessica, Derrick, Shiloh, Zack and Lindsey, Ky and Brooke, Rhianna and Tad, Tate, and Evan; great grandchildren, Logan , Lillie, Luke, Kytier, T.J., Emily, Natalie, and Dockery is on the way; brother, Norman "Speedy" Neighbors and wife, Sandy; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 16, 2016 in the Johnson's Funeral Chapel, San Angelo. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Brookdale Senior Living and Gentiva Hospice for their loving care of Barbara and the family during this time.