Arthaia Ann Spivey-Barksdale

Ms. Arthaia Ann Spivey- Barksdale 64 of Youngstown has departed this life on Saturday evening May 14, 2022,  while under the care of Hospice of the Valley. 

She was born April 19, 1958 in Youngstown, a daughter of Thomas W. Spivey Sr. and Sylvia Marie (Carter) Spivey.

Ms. Spivey- Barksdale was a certified Nursing Assistant whom retired in 2012. She graduated from North High School in 1976. She enjoyed cooking, puzzle books, watching movies(of all kind) and most important, being around her family. 

She is survived by her children, Samara L. Spivey, John (Melissa) Shade both of Youngstown and Quintin Spivey of Columbus, OH and 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She also 2 siblings, Thomas W. Spivey Jr., and Marvin Spivey and a host of nieces, nephews ad well as other relatives and friend. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Tommy Lou Harden. 

A memorial service was held  from 10:00 to 12:00 pm Friday, May 27, 2022 at F.D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home. 

F. D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home was given the honor to serve the family at this time of bereavement.