Lois Bare

. Mrs. Lois Janet Gainey Bare age 80, of Jefferson, NC died on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at her home. Mrs. Bare was born on April 17, 1930 in Florala, AL to James Buchanan and Pinkie Holman Gainey. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by daughter, Cindy Bare and sister, Doralene Gainey Stewart. Prior to her retirement Mrs. Bare was a resident of Pensacola, FL where she served as the Secretary to the Pensacola Area Chamber of Commerce.  In 1969 she was awarded the honor of Secretary of the Year for the state of Mississippi.  She was an active member of Warrington Baptist Church in Pensacola.  In 1987 Lois and Bernard retired and moved to Ashe County where she served on the Executive Committee of Ashe Republican Party as well as holding the office of Ashe County Republican Party secretary for several years.  She was an active member of the Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church and served in many church activities.  She was a member of the Gideon International Auxiliary, Ashe North Camp and served in many capacities of this ministry. Lois enjoyed watching and feeding the wild birds.  She will long be remembered for her zeal, commitment and service to the organizations and agencies which she promoted. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church by Rev. Art Eaton, Rev. David Blackburn, Rev. Roger Newton & Rev. Tim Riley. Burial will follow in West Jefferson City Municipal Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Bare is survived by: Her husband: Bernard D. Bare 1 daughter: Lisa Wagner and husband Steve of Pensacola, FL 1 son: Gary Bare and wife Julee of Pensacola, FL 1 special niece Martha Stewart-Whiddon of Navarre, FL 2 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces and 2 nephews. She is also survived by her loving dog, "Sugarbear". Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to:  Gideon's International, PO Box 1014, Jefferson, NC  28640 or High Country Healthcare System Hospice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC  28640. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website, www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mrs. Bare's arrangements.