Barbara Kay (Hiatt) King

Ms. Barbara Kay Hiatt King, age 73, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson surrounded by her loving family. Ms. King was born on February 20, 1953, in Surry County to the late William Franklin and Zelma Katrina Adams Hiatt. Barbara was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, sister and friend. She was a faithful member of New Venture Baptist Church while her health allowed. Barbara’s love for Christ was evident in the way she lived and the way she loved those around her. After many years in the textile industry, Barbara began working at Northern Regional Hospital as a unit clerk in the step-down unit before transferring to the laboratory, where she continued working until her retirement. During her time at Northern Regional Hospital, she built long-lasting friendships with her coworkers, many of which continued long after her retirement. Barbara will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Surviving is her son and daughter-in-law, Travis King and Kelly; three grandchildren, Ellie Grace King, Breanna Goins Smith and John, Lacy Omelia Goins; a brother, William Anthony “Tony” Hiatt; two nieces, Jessica Hiatt Bennett, Katie Hiatt Key and Bradley; great nieces, Lucy Bennett, Lilla Key, Summer Key; and great nephew, Gunnar Bennett; along with several cousins and close friends. In addition to her parents, Ms. King was preceded in the death by a granddaughter, Kristin Olivia Goins and a brother, Jimmy Franklin Hiatt. No formal services will be held at this time. A private inurnment will be held at a later date at Indian Grove Community Cemetery. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Beth Freeman with Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care for the compassionate care she provided to Barbara during her illness. Additionally, the family would like to thank the nurses, aids, and doctors of the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home for all the love and care they provided to Barbara. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, P.O. Box 325, Dobson, North Carolina 27017. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy has been entrusted with the arrangements.