Norma L. Barker

Smithfield- Norma L. Barker, 87, of rural Smithfield and formerly of Niantic passed away at 10:50 PM Friday December 19, 2014 at her home.

She was born August 20, 1927 at St. James, IL; the daughter of Frank and Elsie (Calvert) Swarm. She married Everett Kirkman on August 30, 1949 at Vandalia, IL. He died January 9, 1959. She later married Carl Barker on September 4, 1978. He died October 26, 2010. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and one brother C. Ray Swarm. Surviving are two daughters, Ardith (Dave) Corsaw of rural Smithfield, and Carol (Rod) Orr of Maryville, IL; one son, Ken (Terri) Kirkman of Tremont, IL; twelve grandchildren, and 30 great grandchildren.

Norma was a homemaker and entrepreneur. She was a member of the Niantic United Methodist Church. She also attended the South Park United Methodist Church in Canton. Norma enjoyed reading her bible every day and serving the Lord. She was a seamstress and enjoyed sewing. Norma thoroughly enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday at the Niantic United Methodist Church with Reverends C.W. Reneker and Ardith Corsaw officiating. Burial will be in Pinhook Cemetery at rural Vandalia at 3 PM Tuesday. Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM Monday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba and one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Niantic United Methodist Church, or South Park United Methodist Church. To view Norma’s life tribute video or share memories and leave condolences visit www.henrylange.com.