Covington, Louisiana

On Wednesday January 10, 2024, Bessie Barker was called home by the Lord surrounded by her family.

Bessie was born February 29, 1940, Beattyville, Kentucky, and made Louisiana her home, retiring from La Capitol Federal Credit Union after a long career in banking.

She is survived by her daughter Bridget Barker Rusche (Bill), 4 grandchildren, Bailey, Bella, Misty and Mindy. 3 great grandchildren, Zoey, Charlotte and Skylar. She is preceded in death by  her husband Perry Lee Barker and daughter Beth Ann Schmitt.

Bessie was a strong Christian woman that will be missed by all that knew her.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday January 16, 2024 at 2 pm at the Mountain View Cemetery, 1019 Valley Drive, Bristol, Virginia.

Go rest high on that mountain!