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1928
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2020
Nancy Barker Obituary
Nancy Pool Barker died peacefully in her home at Wesley Woods Sunday morning, November 1, 2020. She was born in Ft. Meyers, Florida, on March 19, 1928. Her only brother, Jim Pool, predeceased her.
She grew up in Florida, and graduated from Manatee High School, Bradenton, Florida. She completed her studies to become a registered nurse at Emory University School of Nursing. She was a member of Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church. Included in her many activities were nursing, sewing, white water canoeing, horseback riding, teaching Sunday School, and volunteering at Crawford Long Hospital's Auxiliary.
She is survived by her husband, Wm. Daniel Barker, Jr.; children, Nan Barker Maddox, Julia Barker Merrill, Wm. Daniel Barker III, and Marion DeVilbiss Barker Colby, 7 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Her memorial service will be announced later. In lieu of flowers, those desiring to may make a donation to Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church building fund, Wesley Woods Towers, or the charity of their choice.
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Molly Read Woo
October 2, 2021
Nancy shines in my memory as the most inspiring, kind person - I was so lucky to happen into the Aliae class at Second Ponce de Leon Church several years ago, when I was delivering the class's scrapbook that my late grandmother was putting together at the time of her passing. It was then that I met Nancy and other members of the group, who invited me to sit in with the class. Even though the group was for mostly seniors (I wasn't at the time) Nancy's thoughtful leadership was so insightful, engaging, and honest - I looked forward to it every week - as did even my son! We were not church-going people up to that point. After a few months with the class, Nancy gave me a Bible, designed to be read daily and completed in a year - It took us two years to read through it - every passage with annotation and reflections - a thoughtful gift that I'm sure will continue to help guide us for the rest of our lives. Even more inspiring, though, was knowing someone who - in so many true and wonderful ways, exemplified the faith she studied, was patient, compassionate, honest, broadminded, and focused - and able to share a vision of love that applies to all the world. What an uplifting influence Nancy Barker has had on my life - and I would guess - on so many lives. I hope her love and faith will continue to circulate, in kindness and compassion around the world today and for decades to come. Wishing you all well, and comfort in the legacy of love.
Ren and Helen Davis
November 4, 2020
We are most saddened to learn of Nancy Barker's passing. We knew her through Crawford Long Hospital administration and auxiliary for more than 40 years and she was always a most gracious, kind, and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband, Dan, and her family. Ren and Helen Davis
Manatee High Alumni
November 4, 2020
Our sincere condolences to family and friends of our Bradenton High School (now Manatee High School) Class of 1945 Alumna
Manatee High School Alumni Association
Bradenton, FL
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