Shirley J. Barker

Normal – Shirley Jean Barker, 81, of Normal, passed away at 12:25 p.m. on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at Heritage Manor in Normal. 

Her graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 20, 2023, at Park Hill Cemetery in Bloomington. Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Shirley was born on July 7, 1941, in Normal, a daughter to Herbert and Lois (Weidig) Riley. She married Charles Barker on October 21, 1976 in Morristown, Tennessee. He preceded her in death, along with her parents, and a great-grandchild. 

Surviving are her children, Kris Flegel of LeRoy and Kevin Roseman of Normal; brother, Robert Riley of Normal; grandchildren, Katrina (Nate) Hoke of St. Charles, Missouri, Elise (Kyle) Frazier of Bloomington, Tim (Colleen) Veitengruber of Decatur, and Sam Flegel of Bloomington; eight great-grandchildren; step-son, Bruce (Debbie) Barker; and several step grandchildren and great-grandchildren.