Nancy Short Barker

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Townes Funeral Home & Crematory - Danville

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Danville, Virginia

Nancy Barker Obituary

Nancy Short Barker Nancy Short Barker, 73, of 109 Bridgewater Court, died peacefully, Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center after many years of declining health. She was born in Pittsylvania County on September 28, 1938 to the late Jehue Short and Dorothy Johnson Short. She was a member of Mount Vernon United Methodist Church, The Wednesday Club and The Gabriella Garden Club. She was formerly a member of The Heart Strings choral group and the Danville Golf Club where she enjoyed tennis and golf for many years. She was also an avid bridge player Nancy devoted her life to her children and loved her family. She was known for her friendliness and was a dear friend to many. She is survived by a daughter, Lori Barker Smith and her husband, Rory of Semora, NC and a son, Jay E. Barker of Danville, VA. She is also survived by two grandsons, Stuart Smith and Thomas Barker and two granddaughters, Cayla and Madi Barker all of Danville, VA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, James P. Short and a son, Willie G. "Billy" Barker, III. Funeral services will be held at Mount Vernon United Methodist Church on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 3:00 PM with the Reverend Barry Foster officiating. Burial will be in Danville Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Townes Funeral Home on Monday September 24, from 7 to 8:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be made to the Danville Cancer Association, 2323 Riverside Drive, Danville, VA 24540 of to Mount Vernon United Methodist Church, 107 West Main Street, Danville, VA 24541. Townes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Barker family. www.townesfuneralhome.com. Sign the guestbook online at www.GoDanRiver.com

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Published by Danville and Rockingham County from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Barker

13 Entries

Rev. John LeGault, Jr.

October 3, 2012

Nancy was a wonderful, beautiful lady. As former pastor at Mount Vernon I could always count on her to help. She was also funny and cute, she never met anyone who wasn't immediately a friend.

A beautiful lady

September 29, 2012

I have not lived in Danville for 54 years; however, I went to high school with Nancy. My sympathy to her family.
Jim Martin

LINDA TRAYLOR PAGEL

September 26, 2012

NANCY WAS A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND OF MINE THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL, WORKING AT HYLTON HALL AND AFTERWARDS. WE HAD SUCH GREAT TIMES TOGETHER. SINCE I MOVED TO N.J. THE CONTACTS HAVE BEEN BY PHONE EXCEPT FOR SOME RARE VISITS TO DANVILLE. THE LAST TIME I TALKED TO HER I HAD TROUBLE LOCATING HER IN THE NURSING HOME BUT WAS DETERMINED NOT TO BE DEFEATED. I KNEW THEN HER TIME WAS LIMITED AND SHE JUST WANTED TO GO BACK HOME. WELL, SHE IS IN HER HEAVENLY HOME NOW WITH BILLY, HER PARENTS AND HER BROTHER. SHE WAS SO PROUD OF HER KIDS LOVED THEM DEARLY. YOU WERE SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE SUCH A LOVING MOTHER. GOD BLESS AND COMFORT ALL OF YOU.

Angela & Louis Dibrell

September 26, 2012

Lori and Jay, We send you our most sincere condolences, Nancy will be greatly missed. With our love, Louis and Angela.

September 25, 2012

LORI AND JAY I ALWAYS GOT NANCY TO LAUGH. EVEN ON MY LAST VISIT WITH HER. SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF FAMILY GET TOGETHERS AT BOTH HOUSES. YOU ARE BOTH IN MY PRAYERS. SORRY I WAS NOT ABLE TO GET THERE. COUSIN MARSHA SORG

Tony Rella

September 25, 2012

Jay,i'm so sorry for the loss of your mom,she was a wonderful person, i will miss our long conversations. May God Bless you and your Family.

Marilyn Myers

September 25, 2012

Jay and Lori...the world has lost a very special lady..please accept my heartfelt condolences

Franz Demeulemeester

September 25, 2012

Dear Jay,
Not having had the chance to know your beloved mother but basing myself on the person you are, I only can imagine how great person she must have been. May the sorrow you must be going through find its relief with the support of your family and friends. I really want to express our most sincere condolences to you and your family.

Barbara Green

September 24, 2012

Jay,
So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She was a special lady and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Joy Burnett

September 23, 2012

Jay and Lori, Your mother was a dear friend. We had many good time together. We laughed and cried together. I will cherish all of these wonderful memories. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you. Joy and Jerry Burnett

Carol & Bob Reynolds

September 23, 2012

Jay we are saddened by the loss of this lovely lady. She was one of the sweetest and most sincere people that I was fortunate to know. What a nice legacy she has left for her children and grandchildren. You certainly were an exceptional son and she was so proud of you. Wonderful memories forever.

Lynne Lewis

September 23, 2012

Dear Lori and Family -
Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your mom was always such a sweetheart and I always enjoyed visiting with her at all the ballgames. I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be remembered in my prayers. Love you, Lynne Lewis

Jan Hawker

September 23, 2012

You will be missed .

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