Merriam G. Barker
April 24, 2022
Merriam G. Barker, age 86, of Smyrna passed away April 24, 2022. Merriam has been a resident of the Smyrna area since 1956. She was born in Atlanta to Edward and Ada Garrett, and grew up in Fulton County. For 10 years, she worked with the AJC as a paper carrier, a job that she thoroughly enjoyed. Merriam was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 33 years, Arthur Barker; son, Kenneth Brian Barker; and son-in-law, Kevin Lee Rice. She is survived by her children, Carol Barker Rice of Mableton, and Anthony Dwight Barker of Smyrna; siblings, Peggy Lyle of Villa Rica and Leon Garrett of Haralson County; and extended family. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 14th at 11:00 am at Riverview Memorial Park.
Merriam G. Barker, age 86, of Smyrna passed away April 24, 2022. Merriam has been a resident of the Smyrna area since 1956. She was born in Atlanta to Edward and Ada Garrett, and grew up in Fulton County. For 10 years, she worked with the AJC... View Obituary & Service Information