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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Rose Lewis
May 31, 2010
To the Barker Family,
My prayers are with all of you. I know your loss is heavy in your hearts at this time, but I just wanted you to know I have never met a finer lady than Miss Eva. She had so many great memories that she loved to share and I loved to listen to. Your mama will be greatly missed. God has added a wonderful angel to his kingdom.
Martha Kelly ~ DMV Retired
May 28, 2010
Bernie, Dennis and families ... I was so sorry to hear that your mother passed away. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers and have my deepest sympathy.
Charlotte Roop
May 27, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Joe Chandler
May 27, 2010
Dennis, Bernie, and family,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Though I never met her, I feel that I knew her through all of the many conversations with both of you and the many pictures that you have sharred with me. I know that she was a strong, independent, woman that had a family that loved and cared for her and focused their lives around her. We all will miss her, we all share your loss, and we will all celebrate her life.
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May 27, 2010
Bernie, Dennis and entire Barker family,
Our prayers are with you all!
Jean and George Dungan
DMV Retired
Patricia & Ben Moody
May 27, 2010
To the entire Barker family - sorry to hear of Mrs. Barker's passing. Your family has built many years of loving memories to carry you through. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers especially during this time.
Bill Drewry
May 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 26, 2010
Bernie, Dennis and Family, I am so sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in prayer as you celebrate the life of your loved one.
Ernestine Barrett
Ellen Marie Hess
May 26, 2010
Dear Dennis, Bernie and family,
I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. She must have been a great lady to have raised such nice children. She must have been very proud of you. I hope that your faith and the knowledge that others are praying for you will bring you comfort in the days to come.
Donnie & Patti Morehead
May 26, 2010
Bernie, Dennis and family, We are so sorry to hear about your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Donnie and Patti Morehead.
John and Daisy Dulick
May 26, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 26, 2010
Bernie , Dennis, and family,
I'm so sorry to see you have lost your mother.
Please know that you are in my prayers at this sad time.
Bill Jackson
DMV Retired.
May 26, 2010
To all of you .
We lift you up in Prayers and pray god`s comfort at this time .
Mrs Barker was loved by so many and will be missed.
What lovely memories she has left behind.She always shared her time and Flowers with me.
Love Gladys and Herbert
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