Joyce Powers Barker, 93, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 8, 2023. She lived in Jacksonville, Florida with her grandchildren, but was a long-time resident of Levelland, Texas. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the City of Levelland Cemetery.
She was born May 22, 1930 in Clovis, New Mexico to Baylor and Birdie Jenkins. Joyce was a member of Good News Baptist Church in Jacksonville, and a prior member of Second Baptist Church in Levelland. Her career was in sales which she enjoyed until retirement.
Joyce was a devout Christian who loved the Lord. She will be missed by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her spouses, Robert Powers and Bill Barker; son, John Murr; and daughter, Peggy Sue Smith.
Joyce is survived by her son, Kelly Barker and wife Claudia of Bastrop, Texas; daughter, Darla Moran of Cumming, Georgia; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and one greatgreat grandchild. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of the professionals at Krestridge Funeral Home. (806) 897-1111