Barbara Olene (Hicks) Bruton, 78, of Dover, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
She was born Sunday, October 8, 1944, the daughter of Charlie and Lucy Keel Hicks.
She and her husband managed Oak Point Restaurant during the 1970’s and 80’s.
She later worked at Paris Landing State Park where she retired.
Barbara cherished her family and lived for her grandchildren who brought her the most happiness.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Charles G. Bruton; brothers: Walton Hicks, and Charlie Hicks, Jr. and sisters: Reva Gray, Loretta Odom, and Margaret Sellers.
She is survived by her son: Charles Galen Bruton, Jr.; and daughter: Brandy Balthrop (Sammy); grandchildren: Jacqueline Bruton, Charlie Balthrop and Ellie Balthrop.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either Fort Donelson Memorial United Methodist Church or Rose Valley Church.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2023, beginning at 12:00 pm and continue until the funeral service at 3:00 pm with Bro. Willie Lyle officiating.
Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home, Dover, TN and online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com.