Barbara Y. CarterLiberty, KS

Barbara Yvonne Carter, 58, of Liberty, KS., passed away at her home on Monday, November 17, 2025. Barbara was born on May 12, 1967, in Henderson Kentucky, the daughter of Gary Strong and Karin Hamilton.

After completing high school, Barbara began her life adventure being a free spirit. She worked various jobs throughout, doing hair, working as a vet technician, and working for Cessna and Bell Helicopters for many years. While living in Texas, Barbara enjoyed target practice and entered numerous competitions and won several events. She loved to travel and was always up for the next adventure.

Barbara had a passion for animals of all kinds and had a special love for her rescued dog Helga. Settling in Liberty, KS., Barbara began her relationship with the community, where she served as Mayor. She enjoyed the people of the town and opened her home for family and friends. Barbara had numerous close friends that she thought of as family, and she cherished them all.

Survivors include:

Son:

Clayton Ellis and wife Christina of Weir, KS

Brother:

James Strong of Washington

Three Grandchildren:

Jonathan and Colton Ellis and Matthew Swink.

Stepfather:

Larry Hamilton of Cherryvale, KS

Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, son Levi Ellis and Roger Carter whom she was married to for almost 25 years.

Cremation has been requested, a Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, November 24th, 2025, at 11:00 am at Countryside Funeral Home in Fredonia. Memorials in her memory have been suggested to A.W.O.L. and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736