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Tammi Barker Obituary

Elberton Tammi Smith Barker, wife of James Jimmy Millard Barker, III, died May 20, 2011 at her home. Tammi was a loving wife, mother, daughter, daughter-in-law and friend. She was an honor graduate of the University of Georgia where she received her Masters and Specialist degrees. She taught Business Education at Madison County High School. She was a lifelong member of Falling Creek Baptist Church and was a Sunday School teacher for the True Blue Sunday School Class. She is survived by her husband; James Millard Barker, III; children, James Millard Barker, IV (Miles), and Elizabeth Addison Barker; parents, Junious Marion (Pete) And Dorothy (Dottie) Smith; mother-in-law, Anne Marie Dixon Jaudon; and step-father-in-law, Henry Scudder Jaudon. Flowers are optional, and donations may be sent to Tammi's children for a scholarship fund c/o Pinnacle Bank or donations to TJ& Friends Foundation. Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 22 at Falling Creek Baptist Church. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at Falling Creek Baptist Church. Internment will be held immediately after the service at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hicksfuneral.com. Hicks Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Tammi Smith Barker. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.onlineathens.com Athens Banner-Herald, Sunday, May 22, 2011

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on May 22, 2011.

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Hilda and Herbert Miller

May 16, 2019

Thinking of you and your family

Katie Pickels

July 9, 2011

Hi sorry to write so late Mrs. Tammi Barker was an amazing teacher and a friend to everyone! She will be truly missed. I know I speak for everyone when I say we love her.... My condolences to the family

Leonard & Phyllis Thomas

May 26, 2011

Pete,Dottie and Family Our Prayers are with each of you in your sorrow.I pray God holds your hand and broken heart and lifts your sprits up. God Bless each of you. Dottie I will always love you. As you know God is in command and I think he needed another angel. Tammi was one sweet young lady. Take hold of Gods hand and hold on Dottie your little grandchildren need you know. Love You Leonard, Phyllis and Family

JoAnn Melvin

May 25, 2011

My brother and I, were both very blessed to have Mrs. Barker as a teacher. Even after we left her class, her laughter and lessons still remained with us. She will be GREATLY missed. We will be praying for her family and friends. Mrs. Barker, we KNOW you're sharing that great laughter with Jesus =)! We love you!

JoAnn and Christopher Melvin

Linda Beri

May 25, 2011

Jimmy, the kids, and Mr.&Mrs.Smith,I am so sorry about Tammy.I have known her for like ever it seems. Words can't express how sorry I am. I wish I could have made it down to be with you all to honor her memory. She will be missed by so many and she touched so many people in so many ways. Now she is in heaven making it a lot brighter with her smiles and laughter.
Till we see her again may her memory live in us all.May we all laugh and smile as she did in memory of her.
Love and God Bless to you all.
Linda Beri

Sam and Wanda Basinger

May 24, 2011

Jimmy, we are so sorry for your loss. We use to enjoy so much the times we spent in Cherokee riding our Harley's. You have been through alot but stay strong for the children they will need you now more than ever. We will continue to pray for your family during this very difficult time.

Lindsey Abbott

May 23, 2011

Everyone is praying for your family!

Cassie Anglin

May 23, 2011

RIP Mrs. Barker
~Cassie Miller Anglin~

Kristen Banister

May 23, 2011

Ms. Barker. You were the best teacher ever! You're gonna be greatly missed. I can't believe you're really gone! You always helped me with everything and gave me the best advice. Have fun in heaven!

Sandra Stewart

May 23, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My son had Mrs. Barker while he was in school. MCHS will definately miss her. I just pray that God will see that peace in this family is abundent.

Cassie Miller Anglin

May 23, 2011

I had Mrs. Barker in high school, she was my favorite teacher. She was so caring and fun. I am truly sorry for your loss! May all of her loved one find comfort in the Lord in this difficult time

Matt Savage

May 23, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss and our school. I had Mrs.Barker for two years and would stop by her room just to visit. She was a wonderful teacher and MCHS students will truly miss her. Praying for your family .
Matt Savage
MCHS 2011 Senior

Carla Yonk

May 22, 2011

Tammi was so good to me when I was doing teaching observations with her in the winter of 2010. I learned so much in just a few short weeks with her. My prayers are with your entire family.

Stefanie Amendolar

May 22, 2011

My prayers are with you. She was a very sweet and caring lady I had her for all my computer classes in high school. She will be missed and never forgotten.

Eulha Stanfield

May 22, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Barker was a very kind person. My husband and I had her in school, and we couldn't have asked for a better teacher. Your family is in our prayers, may god see you through this.

Brenda & Katie Frye

May 22, 2011

Katie and I are truly sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family in the days ahead.

Brenda & Katie Frye

May 22, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. My daughter Katie had Mrs Barker for 9th grade computer class. Katie said Mrs Barker was a sweet person and an excellent teacher. Madison County High School and its students will truly miss her. Our hearts and prayers will be with the family at this truly sad time.

Hilda Miller

May 22, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Christy Clark

May 22, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. Mrs. Barker was a truely wonderful teacher, she had an amazing impact on my life. I will always remember her encouraging us as students. I can recall many stories that she shared about her family and how she loved us all. Mrs. Barker- I love you and I will miss you!

Shawonna Curry

May 22, 2011

Tammi Barker, the best computer teacher there is, was, and ever will be. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss and everyday that follows. Continue to pray and know that the Lord is always be with you.

May 22, 2011

Pete, Dottie and Family....Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Please find some comfort in knowing that God is holding you and Tammi in his arms. The Richard H. Smith, Jr. Family

May 22, 2011

Thinking of you at this most sad time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.Dora Mae Bell, Faye and Bud Tucker, Sara and Larry Bridges

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