Barbara Ann Burns, 86, of Claremont, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at her home. She was born August 25, 1938, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of the late Orland Johnson and Francis Johnson.

Barbara was a bookkeeper for the City of Hickory for a number of years and a member of Millersville Baptist Church. She was a great artist and loved to play the organ. She enjoyed sewing and doll house making, and she was an excellent cook.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Bonnie Sue Fox; a grandson, Matthew Campbell; and a brother, Dale Johnson.

Those left to cherish and honor Barbara’s memories include her husband of 54 years, Bobby Burns of the home; her daughters, Pamela Elizabeth Mull of Taylorsville, and Julie Ann Costner (Todd) of Morganton; her son, Scott Campbell (Rauna) of Morganton; her grandchildren, Ashley Whistlehunt, Aubrey Mull, Kelly Smith, Sydney Landis, Ryan Campbell, Emily Campbell, and Stephen Campbell; and her great-grandchildren, Eli Cruz, Riggs Campbell, Dara Perez.

The funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Millersville Baptist Church. Pastor Bill Orren will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3 until 4 p.m. prior to the service.

Condolences may be sent to www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to be serving the family of Barbara Ann Burns.