Barbara J. Walker, 90, passed away on June 24, 2020 in Neosho, MO. Barbara was born on July 9, 1929, the daughter of Bob and Esther (Bushner) Wood.
A lifelong resident of Neosho, Barbara grew up and graduated from Neosho High School, graduating in the class of 1947. After graduation, she became a sales clerk for McGinty’s Clothing in Neosho for decades to follow.
In September of 1951, Barbara and Robert Walker were united in marriage until his death in 2007.
Barbara was a Christian lady and was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church in Neosho. She was also a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary. During their marriage, Barbara and Robert would travel to her beloved mountains every year to celebrate their wedding anniversary. She also enjoyed travelling, especially to the mountains of Yellowstone and to South Dakota. However, when not travelling, she would always walk to her destination. During her spare time, she enjoyed playing cards, sharing stories from her great memory and playing the piano with her brother Jack, even performing a duet together. Her optimistic outlook, funny personality, and accepting nature will be missed by her family, friends, and McGinty family.
Barbara is survived by her son, Robert Walker. Additional survivors include numerous nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, June 29, 2020 at 11 AM at the Neosho I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Reverend William Lee will officiate. The visitation will be held from 9:30 – 10:30 AM on Monday prior to the graveside service at Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. Serving as pallbearers for Barbara will be Andy Wood, Aaron Walker, Mike Widener, David Widener, Phil Pritchett, and Dan Wood.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Neosho or to Faithful Friends Animal Advocates both in C/O Clark Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 66, Neosho, MO, 64850.
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