John W. Barth

On July 9, 2018 John W. Barth (85) was called home by our heavenly father after an extended illness. He was born on February 25, 1933 in Dixon IL, to Theodore R. and Norma F. (Kiser) Barth. He was a graduate of Freeport High School, served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict from 1953 to 1959 and has farmed for over 55 years in the Dakota and Orangeville area. His activities included fishing, woodworking and square dancing along with being active in local sports programs, even coaching. He was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. John is survived by his wife Gwendlyn Barth of Dakota, son Michael (Shellie) Barth of Dakota Il, daughters Kathleen (Rev. David) Leary of Danville, Il and Debra (John) Auer of Stillwater MN, seven grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and his beloved Beagle, Daisy. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Robert Barth, and sister, Shirley Murray and brother-in-law John (Jack) Murray. A Memorial service will be held at AFOLKEY GRACE EVANGELICAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 9030 N AFOLKEY RD, DAKOTA, IL 61018 on Saturday July 14, 2018 at 11am with visitation Friday evening from 4-7pm also at the church. In Lieu of flowers, the family would like to give donations to the Monroe Clinic Hospice. Burial of cremains will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Please visit www.burketubbs.com to sign John's online guestbook and to share memories.