Mary Frances Barker Obituary
The memory of Mary Frances Barker (Dayton, Ohio), who passed away on July 21, 2025 at the age of 97, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Frances Barker to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Mary Frances' memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Mary Frances' journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Norman Raphael Davis, Sr. and Leona Young Davis; her husband James I. Barker; her sister Winnie Davis Jones (James I. Barker); and her son Frank Barker.
She is survived by: her brothers, Norman R. Davis, Jr. and Kenneth A. Davis, Sr.; and her children, Dr. Jeanette Barker, Janet Cherry (Philip III), David Barker (Jacqueline) and Alan Barker, Sr. (Natalie). She is also survived by relatives and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church (519 Liscum Dr, Dayton, OH 45417). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, August 4th 2025 at the Dayton National Cemetery (4400 W Third St, Dayton, OH 45428).
