Leah Beth Taylor-Barkett Obituary
Leah Beth Taylor-Barkett of Springfield, Missouri passed away on September 18, 2026. Leah, born on November 22, 1940, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Leah will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Leah will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Leah’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Mattie Elizabeth Taylor (Harney) and J. Rodney Taylor; her brother James Taylor; her husband George Barkett; and her son George R. Barkett II.
She is survived by: her sons, Broderick Barkett and Terrell Barkett of Springfield, Missouri; her daughter-in-law Cindy Barkett of Palm City, Florida; and her stepgrandson Michael Yow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairview Alumni "Endow to Live Forever" Scholarship for high school graduates: Fairview Alumni, P.O. Box 66, Fairview, OK 73737.
