Mary C. Barker, 79, of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 22, 2018 following a lengthy illness. She was born in Gettysburg, Ohio on January 23, 1939. Mary was a homemaker but had a passion for baking. She was a member of Christ Chapel Church of God. Mary left behind a legacy of love and faith to her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years, Wayne Barker; her five children, Daryl (Angie) Barker, Victoria Dewitt (Keith Parsons), Cheryl Stanley, Tim (Mary) Barker, and Teresa Barker; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; her brother, Paul (Pat) Diehl; son-in-law Ed Riner; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Viola Diehl; brother, Dan Diehl; sister, Janet Jillson; and first born child, Cindy Riner.
A service in celebration of Mary’s life will be held at 12:00 PM, Wednesday November 28, 2018 in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. A gathering of family and friends will be held one hour prior to services.
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830 N. Limestone St.
Springfield, OH 45503
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830 N. Limestone St.
Springfield, OH 45503
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8200 West National Road
New Carlisle, OH 45344
