Barbara Jean "Bob" Rupard Arnett  journeyed home to meet her Savior face to face on July 7, 2024. She was born on September 3, 1944, to the late Gene and Louise Rupard, the fifth of thirteen children. Known affectionately as Bob by those who knew her well, she had an infectious personality that could light up any room. Bob graduated from Blowing Rock High School in 1962 and dedicated 45 years of service to IRC/TT Electronic. After the closure of "the plant," as she called it, Bob embarked on a new adventure as a professional yard saler, spending Fridays and Saturdays scouring back roads for the best deals. Her family delighted in the treasures she brought home from her adventures.

Bob cherished her family deeply, particularly enjoying the monthly family dinners. Above all, she loved Jesus and eagerly anticipated the day she would meet Him. In addition to her parents, Bob was preceded in death by three sisters: Maxine ("Mac"), Billie June ("Bill"), and Jolene ("Jo"). She leaves behind her beloved husband of 53 years, Carlos; her daughter Lisa (Randy); her son Joey (Hannah); four grandchildren: Jessica, Josh, Julie, and Harlan; and seven great-grandchildren: Sofia, Maria, Adalaiah, Gabe, Leah, Scarlett, and Jozyln. Bob is also survived by three brothers: CW, Jay, and Freddie; six sisters: Christene, Mollie, Penny, Martha, Sandra, and Kim; as well as numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and other loved ones.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, July 13, at God's House of Worship in Banner Elk, NC. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. and a graveside service immediately after. In honor of Bob's love for a good potluck, the family invites friends and family to gather in the fellowship hall after the graveside service for a meal and a time to share stories and memories.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made in memory of Barbara to Sunrise Baptist Ministries.
Send  to Dennis Barnett in the memo (Sunrise Baptist Ministries) PO Box 1036 Whittier NC 28789

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.