Pamela Sue McIllwain (Granny-P), 65, of Farmington, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 in Fayetteville. She was born January 6, 1961 in Fayetteville to Hoyt and Erma Shipp Williford.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hoyt and Erma Williford; her husband Philip McIllwain; a sister Jenea Lawrence; and a nephew Thomas Tannehill.

Pamela loved to feed the ducks at her daughters’ house, loved having her nails done, enjoyed the Christmas season, and was a huge NASCAR fan. Most of all, she loved her grandkids.

She is survived by her daughter Amber Barnes and husband Dustin of Farmington; a brother Dennis Williford of Farmington; 7 grandchildren, Kayleigh, Anniston, Jayden, Bella, Malyijah, William, and Ashley; 2 great-grandchildren, Landri and Matteo; and 4 nieces, Michelle, Crystal, Diana, and Deborah.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.

Interment will follow in Brentwood Cemetery.

There is no scheduled visitation.