Barbara J. Kendall, 72, of Shelbyville, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 13, 2018.

Born June 14, 1945 in Aurora, IN, she was the daughter of Charles and Mildred (Yorn) Brooks. She married Donald Kendall on April 10, 1965, and he preceded her in death.

She is survived by her son, Jeffrey (Annette) Kendall of Ottawa, Ohio, daughter, Julie (Zach) Phelps of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Jordan Corbitt, Tyler (Stacy) Corbitt, Colin Phelps, Connor Phelps, Kaylie Phelps, great-grandchild, Jayla Corbitt, brother Richard (Jo Ann) Brooks, and sisters, Bev (Bob) Jackson and Sue Tunny.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother in law, Dale Tunny.

Before her illness, Mrs. Kendall was a very dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and vacationing in Florida. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Shelbyville.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 16, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, January 17 from 9 to 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 34 West Washington St., Shelbyville, IN, 46176. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday with Reverend Colin Cress and Reverend Robert Campbell officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Shelbyville, IN.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Our Hospice of South Central Indiana, 2626 East 17 ^th Street, Columbus, IN 47201.

Funeral directors Greg, Sheila, and Stuart Parks are honored to conduct the services for Mrs. Kendall.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com .