Barbara Jean Anderson-Burris – age 78, departed this life to her heavenly home on May 10, 2015. Barbara’s life was devoted to her family; she was adored by her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a faithful member of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church where she was the “Mother of the Church”, Barbara and her husband worked as a team in the church wherever needed. She is preceded in death by parents, John and Elizabeth Anderson; sisters, Mildred Campbell, Margaret Brown; brother, John Anderson. She leaves to cherish her memories: devoted husband, Theodore Burris; daughters, Shirleen, Kimesia Burris; sons, Theodore Byron Sr., Mark  (Carmella), Bradley, Vincent (Cheryl) Burris;  14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Rose William, Deanna Brabson, Carolyn Burris; brothers-in-law, Marvin , Melvin, William (Joyce), Wilbur ( Shea) Burris; several nieces, nephews cousins and other relatives. Family will receive friends Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 11:00 to 12:00 Noon at Unity Mortuary Chapel with funeral service following with eulogy by Pastor Melvin W. Wright of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church. Interment to immediately follow at New Gray Cemetery, Western Avenue. Service will conclude with dove release and blanket presentation.