Marie London Barker, of "THE LONDON TRIO", formerly of North Main Street in the Draper section of Eden and since 2007 of Tall Timber Lane in Reidsville, went to heaven on Sunday afternoon, September 27, 2015 at Hospice Home of Rockingham County in Wentworth.
A celebration of Marie's life in song will be held at 3 PM on Saturday, October 3, at Freedom Baptist Church, 471 Stone Road in Reidsville. Burial will follow in Danview Cemetery.
A Rockingham County native, Mrs. Barker was born January 24, 1939 to the late Raymond E. London and Thelma Dishmon London. She was a graduate of Ruffin High School Class of 1957 and a member of Freedom Baptist Church. Marie, of course, loved singing with the TRIO but also truly enjoyed oil painting and was well known for her sewing. Marie loved baking and wedding cakes were one of her favorites. She was a retiree of Karastan Service Center and continued her certifications even after her retirement.
She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Smith and husband, Bobby; grandson, Justin Smith; and three sisters, Fay London Caskie, Betsy London Kelly and husband, Don, and Janice "Jay" London Ray, all of Reidsville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David William Barker.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service (2 to 3 PM) at Freedom Baptist Church and other times at the home of her sister, Betsy Kelly, 207 Strawberry Road in Reidsville, beginning on Thursday, October 1st.
The family requests that any memorial contributions be made to Freedom Baptist Church (Building Fund), 471 Stone Road, Reidsville, NC 27320.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Marie was a precious lady. She trained me at the Karastan Service Center back in mid 80's for Customer Service. She had such a sweet smile. She was soft spoken, patient, kind and a pleasure to work with. My Husband and I offer our sincere condolences to the Fsmily.
Karion Price Roberts and Scott Roberts
Karion Price Roberts
My thoughts and prayers are with the family! I knew Marie for the biggest part of my life and she was one of the sweetest women I've ever met. She is going to be missed by so many people. May God hold all of you at this very difficult time! Carolyn Lemons Ball
Carolyn Lemons Ball
So sorry to hear about Marie. Keeping the Family in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. May God give you the strength and comfort you at this difficult time.
Ron & Donna Walker
I worked with Marie at Karastan, she was such a sweet person and even people she spoke with many years ago remembered her and offered their condolences.
Suzanne Grant
Dear Family,
We wish that we could be with you at this time but we are sending our love to you all from across the globe. While we grieve for our loss, we know that heaven has gained one who loved Jesus above all else. And, we rejoice that Nana Marie and Papa Dave are back together. I wish that I could be at the celebration in song on Saturday and play again for the Trio. The rafters will ring with the songs that are so loved and I still hear in my head nearly on a daily basis.
We treasure the time that we had together with Marie and Cathy's family in Sydney just a few years ago. So glad we could see Marie then.
We will truly have More to Go to Heaven for than we had Yesterday.
All our love to all of you. Phil, Lenna, Kristen and Andrew Waters (Melbourne, Australia)
Lenna Waters
Was saddened to learn of Marie's death. My deepest condolences goes out to Cathy and her family and to Faye, Betsy, & Jay. Be comforted in knowing that Marie is with our heavenly father and it wouldn't surprise me if she is singing in the heavenly choir
Andy Johnson
WPET
Andy Johnson
I send my love to you, Jay, Betsy, and the entikre family upon Marie's passing. You know that you were very special to me. Our love goes back many many years ago. I always enjoyed seeing you out and getting to talk with you. Due to health issues, I will not be able to attend the receiving, but please know you are loved and remembered by me. Larry Kendrick
Larry Kendrick
Please know how sorry we are to hear of Marie's passing! We are praying for you and know she is in a better place!
Linda Smoak
Bobby and I are so sorry to hear of Marie's passing. She was a fine person and greatly admired for her strong character. She and I took a course together many years ago and we had such a good time. She was a terrific person and so sweet and kind. We have many fond memories of Marie. Our deepest sympathy, Cathy.
Ann Hawkins
I still have great memories of Nanna Marie and Pappa Dave's house from my childhood. She was like a mother to our mother and a grandmother to myself and my sister. She would always feed us wonderful food and ensure we were comfortable. We would spend hours looking at all of the pictures and knick-knacks scattered around her house. She will be sorely missed and my prayers and condolences go to the whole Barker clan.
Andrew Waters
Andrew Waters
Marie,
We always enjoyed you and your sisters singing at church. We know you are in Heaven now and rejoicing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Todd and Sheila Hurst
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Hurst
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Born: Tuesday Jan 24, 1939
