Barbara Shriver Inman, 87, passed away November 11, 2019 . Barbara, a loving and devoted wife and mother, a native of Norfolk who lived there during her early childhood before her family relocated to Los Angeles followed by New Jersey for several years. The family returned to Norfolk where she attended and graduated from Maury High School. She then attended The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg graduating with bachelor's degree in Psychology and obtained her teachers certificate. Immediately following graduation she spent time in the summer traveling throughout Europe returning to start her career as an elementary school teacher in Virginia.

The adventurous spirit she gained during her childhood relocations and European travels soon took over. Barbara followed this spirt by obtaining teaching positions in more exotic locations such as Miami Florida and on a US military base in Okinawa Japan. Ultimately returning to Virginia where she met her husband John and they had a wonderful mutual love that lasted a lifetime

Barbara continued to teach as she encouraged and supported John in pursuing his collegiate education in Blacksburg. Once complete the couple returned to Norfolk where their son David was born and Barbara enthusiastically embraced her new career as homemaker. After spending a few years in other locations in Virginia they ultimately returned to Barbara's home region of tidewater settling in Hampton.

Barbara particularly enjoyed staying active by regularly playing bridge with friends in neighborhood clubs. Some of the other things she enjoyed were hosting family holiday gatherings, socializing with friends and neighbors, participating in local garden clubs, remaining active with the William and Mary alumni association, and is a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

In retirement Barbara enjoyed traveling with John around the country in their motor coach and traveling internationally to places such as China, Africa, Greece, and Russia, amongst others. She was also very fond of their winter home in Naples Florida and the time spent there with friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Edwin C. and Grace B. Shriver, her sister Grace Shriver Wiggins, and her brother Edwin C. Shriver.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years John Inman, son David Inman, sister in-laws Ione Tabor and Marjorie Shriver. Barbara was also especially close with her niece, Bonney Ball.

The family is holding a visitation for all at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 from 6-8PM and a memorial service followed by a celebration of life reception beginning at 3PM on Wednesday November 20, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hampton.

A private family graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations in the name of Barbara Shriver Inman be made to the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters in Norfolk which holds a special place in the hearts of both Barbara and John.

Online:

https://www.chkd.org/Support-Us/Donate/

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Phone:

757-668-7070, please indicate it is a memorial gift

Mail:

Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters

601 Children's Lane

Norfolk, VA 23507

Attn: Development Office

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