Barbara Lou Boswell, age 81, of Brownwood passed away Thursday, December 10, 2015, at her residence. Barbara was born on April 27, 1934, to T.J. and Virginia (Harris) Leonard in Dallas, Texas.

No services will be held at this time; Barbara’s wishes were to be cremated and buried next to her husband, Melvin Boswell, in Canton, Texas at a later date.  Arrangements are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Boswell; her parents; and best friend, Beverly Robertson. She is survived by Tammy Crouch Rodriguez, daughter at heart; grandchildren at heart, Nena Ayres, Julie Rodriguez, Stetson Walls, Payton, Jaycee, Josh, and Myah; best friends, Sharlette Hannah and John Ball.

Online condolences are welcome at www.blaylockfuneralhome.com.