Barbara Torrey Peddicord, 92, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born in Elberton, GA on February 16, 1933 to Benjamin L. Torrey, Sr. and Iris S. Torrey. She was predeceased by her husband of 73 years, Sam Peddicord. Barbara lived a long joyful life marked by a deep love for family and service to community. Barbara attended North Fulton high school in Atlanta, GA where she met her beloved husband, Sam. Barbara attended Oglethorpe University where she served as President elect of the Freshman class and Secretary of the student body. She played basketball, was on the Honor Roll, was a member of the chorus and was selected Sweetheart of Alpha Sigma PHI. Barbara strived her entire life and succeeded to honor the school motto: Make A Life. Make A Living. Make A Difference. Making a life, she and Sam were married September 12, 1953. During 1954, while Sam was serving in Korea, Barbara began to make a living. She first worked as Chief Clerk at Brookhaven National Bank. She then worked in accounting at Goodyear Tire. A devoted and loving mother to her two adopted children, Lynn and Bob, was a full time job until the children entered high school. Barbara then joined a convention service company, the first in Atlanta, where she was Director of Operations/Personnel. Upon retirement, Barbara began to make a difference. She and Sam moved to Bent Tree Community where she joined as a volunteer to the many activities within Bent Tree. She was elected to the Board of Directors of Bent Tree and served as secretary for three years. Barbara worked with other residents to design, build and maintenance the Memorial Garden at the spillway and waterfall on Lake Tamarack. Barbara also devoted much of her time to the Good Samaritan Wellness Center and the Community Resource Center in Pickens County. Barbara also served as Elder at the Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir. Barbara loved playing tennis and was a member of the ALTA. Barbara's favorite place was St. Simons Island. Vacationing there began in her childhood and carried throughout her lifetime. She and Sam owned a home on the island that brought all family members together over the years. Barbara loved to walk on the beach, collect shells, watch the wildlife over the marsh and share her knowledge of the rich history of her beloved "Enchanted Island."

She is survived by her daughter, Susan Lynn Rapert {Kevin Ballentine} of Georgetown, TN; son, Robert T. Peddicord {Laura}, of Katy, TX; grandchildren, Michael Bruce {Brittney}; Danyel Bruce; John Paul Bruce; and Brittney Bruce Chapman {Jack}, all of Dawsonville, GA; Parker Peddicord, Carson Peddicord and Sawyer Peddicord, all of Katy, TX; great grandchildren, Chase, Alice, Anna, Brooklynn, Jaxon and Amelia, all of Dawsonville, GA. Sister, Nancy Henegar, of Baxter, TN; sister in law, Carole Torrey, of Orlando, FL; special family friend, Nina Wood, of Jasper, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive visitors from 12 noon to 2pm on Thursday, March 5, 2026; with a service to follow at 2pm in the Chapel at Roper Funeral Home, Jasper, GA. Refreshments will be available during visitation .

The family requests in lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center of Jasper, Georgia.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Roper Funeral Home and Crematory