Barbara Nations, 73, of Independence, MO passed away September 12, 2009 at Centerpoint Medical Center. A visitation will be held from 6-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO. Services at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, at the chapel. Burial to follow at Floral Hills Cemetery. Barbara was born March 16, 1936 to James and Birdie (Pope) Taylor. She is survived by her husband, Fred Nations; one son, Victor Nations; two daughters, Cathy Nations and Dolores Lusher; one sister, Belva Klubek; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one niece; and three nephews. She will be dearly missed.