Beverly Ann Barker

Beverly Ann Barker, age 88, of Ossian passed away on Saturday November 9, 2019 at home. Beverly was born August 6, 1931 in Mandan, North Dakota to the late Mattis and Gertrude Jongeward. She was a loving and dedicated wife and mother. Beverly was a member of the International Church of God. She enjoyed drawing, painting, and singing in her church choir, as well as playing her organ. Beverly is survived by her children, Sydney R. (James) Bleicher of Pearblossom, CA, Ralph R. (Chris) Barker of Fort Wayne, Keith M. (Renee) Barker of Fort Wayne, and Trudy A. (John) Young of Ossian; six grandchildren; and 17 great- grandchildren. Also preceding her in passing was her husband of 67 years, Robert LeRoy Barker. A funeral service will be on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home 120 West Mill Street, Ossian, Indiana 46777 with visitation two hours prior. Burial to follow the service at Highland Park Cemetery Fort Wayne, Indiana. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.elzey-patterson-rodak.com for the Barker family.