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Official Obituary of

Frances E. Barker

May 10, 1925 ~ August 24, 2021 (age 96) 96 Years Old

Frances Barker Obituary

Frances E. Barker, 96, of Wabash, passed away at 10:16 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Parkview Wabash Hospital.  She was born on May 10, 1925, in Westerly, Rhode Island, to the late Nicolo and Concetta Broccolo.  

Frances married Walter Ivan Barker on January 21, 1950; he passed away on September 19, 2009.  Frances was an active Jehovah's Witness for 79 years, being baptized on August 6, 1942.  Frances loved to cook and have company visit her.  She will be remembered fondly by all those whose lives she touched.   

Frances' legacy lives on in her many beloved nieces and nephews.

Per Frances' wishes, private graveside services will be held at Falls Cemetery in Wabash. 

The family of Frances E. Barker have trusted McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash, Indiana, with final arrangements.  

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com.

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