Barbara A. Foraker, 81
Our beloved mother and grandmother Barbara Ann Foraker of CDA, ID went to be with the Lord on Dec. 21, 2012. She was born Sept. 13, 1931 in Peoria IL to Lyte and Martha Dawson. Barbara married Daunt E. Foraker on Sept. 21,1946.
She and her husband moved to Emmett ID in 1976. She retired from Hewlett Packard in 1986. Upon her retirement Barbara moved to CDA to enjoy her 3 sons and grandchildren.
In her recent years, Barbara spent much of her time as a volunteer at her church where she made many close friends. She received an award for her many volunteer efforts. She and her many friends spent their time together having lunch and going to Christian women's groups.
She also volunteered at the local blood bank where she received her pin for 20 gallons donated.
Barbara was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs, Elvis and traveling. Among her many travel highlights was visiting Israel and Graceland. She had a great joy of long drives in the mountains with her husband. Barbara had a spirited love for politics that she enjoyed sharing.
Barbara was passionate about her family and was proud to tell her friends about her children and grandchildren. Her sense of humor, smile and sparkling eyes drew many to her.
Barbara is survived by her 2 daughters and 4 sons: Diana and Art Salazar of Ft. Collins CO, Shirley McKay of Puyallup WA, Steve Foraker of Rathdrum ID, Rick Foraker of Rathdrum ID, Larry and Mary Foraker of Venice FL, and Jim and Sheryl Foraker of CDA, ID. Grandchildren: Laurie, Steve , Mike, Rich, Barbara, Levi, Heidi, Amanda, Josie and Jackie. Great-Grandchildren: Breanna, Krystal, Skyler, Adrian, Trinity, Molly, Megan, Aaliyah, Jordan, JoJo and Diana. Great-Great Grandchildren: Jesse, Lilly and Summer.
Barbara was preceded in death by her loving husband of 34 years, her sisters Mae Buckingham and Joanne Fails and her great-granddaughter Molly Salazar.
A memorial service will held on Friday January 18th at 2:00 pm at The Altar, 901 E. Best Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID. Interment will be held in Emmett, Id on Mother's Day.
Yates Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Please visit Barbara’s online memorial at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com and sign her guest book.