Barbara Ann King, 79, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Friday, October 6, 2023 at Mercy Perry Hospital in Perryville, MO.
She was born September 24, 1944 in St. Louis, MO., to William and Alvina (Hemmer) Merz.
She and Joseph P. King were married May 20, 1967 at the Presentation Church in St. Louis, MO. He preceded her in death January 8, 2012.
Barbara was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle and Ladies Sodality. Barbara loved cooking, reading, playing games with her grandchilden, putting puzzles together, embroidery and taking care of her yard.
Survivors include three daughters, Pamela (Duane) Tarrillion of Perryville, MO, Paula (Marty) Ernst of Perryville, MO, Patrice (Chad) McIver of St. Peters, MO; two, sons, Thomas (Laure Kline) King of Perryville, MO, Mark (Jessica) King of Perryville, MO.; nine grandchildren, Amber, Vince, Courtney, Nikolaus, Madeline, Samantha, Sara, Megan and Drew; great-grandchildren, Jayla and Brantley.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, Arthur and Gerald Merz .
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023 and from 8:00 am – 9:15 am on Friday, October 13, 2023 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
Rosary will be recited at 8:15 am on Friday.
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Friday, October 13, 2023 at St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle with Rev. Michael Benz officiating.
Burial will be at St. Maurus Catholic Cemetery in Biehle.
Memorial contributions may be given to St. Vincent de Paul School System.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.