Barbara Moorhead Reaoch

Barbara (Barb) Moorhead Reaoch died peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband and children on August 13th, 2024 at the age of 71 after a 2 year battle with cancer. She was born to Daniel and Ruth (Graffin) Moorhead in Columbus, Ohio on December 27, 1952. Barb's childhood was spent in Columbus, OH and Encino, CA. She married Ron Reaoch on September 23rd, 1972 in Bowling Green, OH. Soon after, they settled in Midland, MI, where all three of their children were born. Barb volunteered with Bible Study Fellowship International for 14 years in Michigan and Kentucky, first as a Discussion Leader, and then as a Teaching Leader. In 2000, she and her husband Ron, moved to Cape Town, South Africa, to introduce Bible Study Fellowship classes there by request. They spent 7 years in South Africa teaching, leading and training volunteer leaders in personal inductive Bible study skills. There they also worked with the Rafiki Foundation to train young women in job and life skills. With her grandchildren far away, Barb began to write Bible studies for them to bridge the distance. She went on to author a total of 6 published books and several articles (see www.barbarareaoch.com for details). After returning to the United States, Barb settled in Texas where she served as the Director of the Children's Division of Bible Study Fellowship International for 11 years. In that role she started the Infant and Toddler Programs and expanded the School Program in Day Women's classes, allowing many more women throughout the world to study the Bible. She also wrote numerous children's materials as Bible Study Fellowship developed new studies. Her role included visiting classes worldwide to offer training and support. During this time she was an active member of First Baptist Church of San Antonio where she wrote the weekly Family ReVerse Devotional. Upon retirement, Barb relocated to Minnesota to be near family and became an active member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis. She continued writing into her final days, motivated by her passion to impact the next generation, fulfilling Psalm 145:4: "One generation commends Your works to another; they tell of Your mighty acts." In her own words, she wrote, "Nothing thrills me more than to see the great truths of the gospel change kids' lives. I love to give adults tools to disciple the next generation. I want every parent and teacher to know that God's Word has power to enable their children to discover the joy of loving God." Barb was a cherished wife, mom, Ouma, sister, and friend to many, the world over. She was always ready for an adventure, especially the adventure of following the Lord's leading. Her warm, joyful smile will be greatly missed by all. Barb was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband of 52 years; her sister Carol (Bill) McCarty; her three children, Ben (Stacy), Jonathan and Elizabeth (Chris) Tachick; and 7 grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel 2610 - 19th Avenue NE Minneapolis, MN 55418 Funeral Service will be Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM Visitation prior at 10:00 AM, luncheon following at Bethlehem Baptist Church 720 13th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55415 Burial to follow at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Bible Study Fellowship International, Bethlehem Baptist Church of Minneapolis, MN or First Baptist Church of San Antonio, TX.

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Barbara Moorhead Reaoch

December 27, 1952 - August 13, 2024

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Barbara Moorhead Reaoch

December 27, 1952 - August 13, 2024

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