Barbara Ann Hall, age 86, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital. 

Born on December 9, 1939, in Topeka, Kansas, Barbara Ann was the child of Rufus Mitchell and Viola Smith, who preceded her in death. 

Barbara Ann enjoyed crossword puzzles, number painting and mind-stimulating games. 

Barbara Ann is survived by children Ron Hall and his wife Sheila Hall, Tracie Bobian, and Jacquelyn Hall; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Smith, grandson Derek Smith; and great-granddaughter, Narianna Williams. 

The family wishes to thank the staff at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community (Homestead) for their compassionate care.