Marjorie Elizabeth Fox Barker

Marjorie Elizabeth Barker passed from this world to be with her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on May 14, 2012. Her life was a witness for Christ through her spiritual gift of encouragement. Her gentle humble personality was enjoyed by her family, friends and everyone who had contact with her. Margie was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, Siler City, NC where she served for many years as a preschool Sunday School teacher. Margie was preceded in death by her parents Coley H. Fox and Pearl Johnson Fox, and husband James M. (Chunk) Barker all of Siler City, NC. Her brothers and sister Glen, Banks, Bobby, Thomas Fox and Clarice Hinshaw have also preceded her. She will be sadly missed by her son Steve Barker, and his wife Rosemary of Knoxville, TN and her grandchildren Kurt Barker and Karla Barker of Nashville, TN. Steve, Rosemary, Kurt and Karla were the joy of her life. Frank and Gary Hinshaw and their wives Shelby and Patsy were special nephews who shared many happy times with Margie. Margie had many special friends who shared life with her. Margie was wise to know that things are not important. She did not get excited about possessions but valued relationships. Her friends shared in her joys and troubles, these friends gave Margie happiness. Her family and friends praise God for her life and have joy knowing she is with Jesus. The family will receive friends Friday, May 18, 2012 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, 230 North Second Avenue, Siler City, NC. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 1:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church, 1101 West Raleigh Street, Siler City with Rev. Clyde Denny officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Siler City. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P O Box 212, Siler City, NC 27344. Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com