Jo Ann Barker Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Jo Ann Barker (Overland Park, Kansas), whose life came to an end on January 16, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Willard Fox and Louise Thompson Fox; and her husband William Roe Barker. She is survived by: her children, Elizabeth Barker Jarvis (Andy) and William Boyd Barker (Heather); her grandchildren, Taylor, Tracey Jarvis, Grace and Caleb Barker; and her siblings, Jean Collins Bakkegard (Iver) and Willard Carroll Fox Jr. (Debbie).
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Johnson County Funeral Chapel (11200 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66210). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter, http://www.parkvilleshelter.com, reflecting her lifelong commitment to caring and loving shelter pets and helping them find a forever home.
