Susan Grace Barber Peden, 71, of Florence, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at her home. She was a beloved, devoted mother and Nena. She lived her life for her daughters and grandchildren as a wonderful Christian example. Susan was a member of Oakland Methodist Church.
There will be a graveside service Friday, September 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, St. Florian, AL.. Officiating will be Barry Gooch.
Susan was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Norman Peden; parents, John and Lila Lee Barber; and sister, Rebecca Cecilia Smith.
She is survived by her daughters, Melia Grace Peden Duncan (Ben Duncan), Jenny Lee Peden, Carrie Elizabeth Peden (J. R. Melson); brothers, John Barber and Bunky Barber; sister, Mary Ann Frye; grandchildren, Parker Elizabeth Peden (Dylan Douglas), Lila Grace Duncan, and Spencer Heath Duncan.
Pallbearers will be Ben Duncan, Spencer Duncan, Jake Smith, J. R. Melson, Dylan Douglas, and Jerry McCaig.
Honorary Pallbearers are Dannie Smith, Bunky Barber, and John Barber, Jr.
