Gladys E Barker Obituary
In loving memory of Gladys E Barker of Munster, Indiana, born in Hammond, Indiana, who departed this world on December 13, 2024 at the age of 93. Gladys leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Jim O. Barker (James); her parents, Ernest Forsythe and Ada Brook Forsythe; her daughters-in-law, Lori Barker and Karen Heap; and her sisters, Peggy Potts, Dorothy MacCartney, Mary Childers Anastopolis, Betty D'Elia and Carolyn Buster Welbon.
She is survived by: her children, Jim Barker (Tina) of Hammond, IN, Joyce Finch (Rad) of Marion, IA, Jerry Barker of Bloomington, IN, John Barker of Dyer, IN and Jeff Barker (Christina) of Bloomington, IN; her sister Ada Davis of Crab Orchard, KY; and her sister-in-law Eileen Caudill. She is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren; and one great, great grandchild and adored by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 28th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Woodmar Baptist Church (7146 Chestnut Ave, Hammond, IN 46324). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 28th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please direct your gifts or donations in remembrance to Woodmar Baptist Church or your home church.
