Joann L. Barker

JoAnn L. Barker, 77, of North Syracuse, was a beloved mother, grandmother, GigiJo and friend who passed away peacefully at Crouse hospital after a long illness. Born in North Syracuse, she was a graduate of North Syracuse High School. She retired from Syracuse University. JoAnn always had a love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, friends and dog Misty. She enjoyed getting the family all together for family events full of laughter and core memories. She was a member of the Columbiettes and enjoyed years of traveling with her husband in their antique car.

She was predeceased by her husband, Donald W. Barker; sister, MaryAnne Marzullo; parents, Joseph Curro, Linda and Salvatore Marzullo.

She is survived by three sons, Donald W. (Tammy) Barker Jr., Jeffrey A. Barker and Thomas S. (Kellie) Barker; three daughters, Linda J. (Brett VanSlyke) Barker, MaryAnne (Kevin) Zurawski and Terry Lynn (Jeffry) Larmer; grandsons, Donald W (Lacy) Barker III, Joseph Medico, Justin and Nathan Zurawski, Zackery Barker, Connor and Peyton Larmer; granddaughters, Ashley (Matt) Blake, MaryKate Medico and Rachel VanSlyke; great-grandchildren, Beau Wallace and Brooklyn Alana Barker, Christopher Maverick Blake and Johnathan Deuel; three brothers, Anthony, Thomas and Salvatore Marzullo and several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on February 28th, 2022 from 6-8PM at New Comer Cremations and Funerals. Mass of Christian burial will follow at St. Rose of Lima Church at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at North Syracuse Cemetery. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Multiple Sclerosis of CNY @ http://msrofcny.org/donation.

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