Laura Jean Barker
1969 - 2020
Laura Jean Barker
1969 - 2020
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1969
DIED
2020
Laura Barker Obituary
Laura Jean Barker
VALPARAISO, IN - Laura Jean Barker, 51, of Valparaiso passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 5, 2020. She was born June 1, 1969 to Billy Ray and Gladia (Parks) Jarrell. Laura had served in the Janitorial Services Department at Opportunity Enterprises for many years. Family trips to Zao Island were eagerly anticipated along with regular bowling outings. She lived her Christian faith daily in all facets of her life and was a devoted member of Faith Mission Church where her husband had pastored.
On June 18, 1987 she married Herbert Thomas Barker who preceded her in death in 2016. Survivors include their sons, Herbie Ray (Samantha) Barker and Zachary Thomas Barker both of Mishawaka, her father, Billy Ray Jarrell, siblings, Donna (Larry) McQueen, Melissa Jarrell, Anthony (Angela) Jarrell, Mary Neeley and John (Jeanette) Jarrell and grandchildren, Gracelyn Barker, Rylan Barker, Sebastian Barker and Ayden Flynn. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Gladia Erickson and brother, Bill Jarrell.
A visitation will be held Friday from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at MOELLER FUNERAL HOME, Valparaiso. The funeral service will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home with burial following at Angelcrest Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Face masks will be required by the Barker family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2 Entries
July 17, 2020
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
104 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Make a Donation
in Laura Barker's name
How to support Laura's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Laura Barker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
