Barbara Forehand Stacey

   Barbara Forehand Stacey, 62, of 350 Gliden Road, Hobbsville, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025. 

   Mrs. Stacey was born in Suffolk, VA on July 16, 1962, and was the daughter of Donald F. and Janet Chappell Forehand of Hobbsville. A talented pianist and musician, she had a deep love of music and enjoyed sharing her talents with others, having served as an instructor and music director in the area for many years. 

   Surviving in addition to her parents, is her husband of 22 years, David Stacey; her daughter, Megan Elise White (Kevin) of Edenton; her son, Jamie Salmon (Elizabeth) of Hobbsville; four grandchildren, Liam, Fionn, and Briana Raper, and Lexie Salmon; and many other extended members of both the Chappell and Forehand families. 

   A private service will be held by the family.

   Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, Edenton, is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com.