Barb was a saint to our family.  She took care of us when she lived across the street.  We had just moved in and I had a baby a few days later.  We had no phone service yet.  Had to bombard her home to use her phone to call my OB.  She was one of the kindest people we have met.  
Love to her kids and grands from the hill home.

Dear Emard Family, 

We are so saddened and heartbroken at the loss of your precious Mema. Our prayers and condolences are with you as you grieve this deep loss. 

Jen and Mike Herndon

I worked with Barb many years at CHOA. She was always so positive and a great nurse. I loved listening to her stories about her family and her dogs. I’ll never forget the story she told about the wild animal that got into her house and her trying to get it out. I laughed so hard my sides hurt. She was a great story teller. She will be missed greatly. Prayers for the family.

Mema,
Getting to be a part of your family for almost 9 years now has been one of the biggest blessings of my life. We will spend the rest of our lives talking about you, missing you, and laughing at the jokes, we all made. You truly are the best Mema and I’m forever grateful for the time I had getting to know you and watching you love Jacob.

I worked at CHOA on the 3rd floor with Barb.  My prayers are with the family. I was one if the Secretary  that worked with her. Such a sweet person.

I worked with Barbie as she was known to me at CHOA for 30+ years. Barbie was the most caring, loving, sweetest friend to myself and everyone who knew her. She was always so encouraging and positive to everyone no matter the circumstances. Barbie was an amazing nurse and mentor to all who met her. Barbie never wanted to draw attention to herself, she always put others first. She was so very proud of her children and grandchildren and spoke of them often. You can’t mention Barbie without mentioning her love for her doggies. Prayers and love for the family during this time.🙏

I worked with Barb for many years at CHOA.  Barb LOVED being a nurse and mother. It showed through her positive, giving and loving attitude toward her patients, coworkers and family.  Barb made many long shifts shorter by sharing her hilarious stories. So good at making us all laugh!  She was very proud of her children and grandchildren.   Barb truly will be missed by all who knew her.

Barb was probably the most caring person we have ever known.  Everyone came first for her: her family, her patients and their families, her nursing colleagues.  All went before any thoughts for herself.  We are devastated to lose a caring, gentle person whom miles had kept us from seeing.  Aunt Pat and Uncle Ray

I loved Barb so much. I enjoyed every shift that we worked together. She was a wonderful nurse and friend. She will be truly missed.  I am praying for your family. 🙏🏽

OBITUARY

Barbara Atherton Emard

3 October, 1949 – 19 January, 2024

Sandy Springs Chapel

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