John “Johnny” Deuryce Barker

April 7, 1952 – February 28, 2025

John “Johnny” Deuryce Barker, age 72 of Martinsville, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Irene Griffith Barker; and brother, Roger Barker. Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Linda Hankins Barker; son, John D. Barker Jr. (Vanessa); grandchildren, Karli, Lucas, Adalyn and Alexander; three sisters, Joann Lillard (Herman), Mary Stone (Randy) and Vicki Barnes; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Johnny was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and model airplanes. A graveside service will be held at Blackberry Church Cemetery, 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 4, 2025. His family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. Monday at Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.