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Margaret Barnes Duszak died peacefully at her home following a long illness on September 25ᵗʰ, 2025.
Margaret was the widow of Robert F. Scott, Jr. Her parents were the late Adville Calhoun Barnes and Georgia Newell Barnes. She was predeceased by her brother Norval A. Barnes and a sister Vicki Barnes Brophy.
She is survived by her daughter Tracy Birdslow (Eric) and two granddaughters, Erica and Mariah Birdslow, all of Syracuse, New York.
Margaret was a graduate of Berkley High School and formerly employed by the Coastal Center where she worked with autistic children.
She will be missed by her faithful pup Abbey. Much appreciation is due to Margaret’s devoted caregiver, true faithful friend and neighbor, Pam Stuart. A private burial will be held in her family’s plot in Monks Corner.
Condolences may be sent in care of Parks Funeral Home, Summerville, SC.
Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 W. 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. www.parksfuneralhome.com
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