Dorothy J. Barger, age 91, of Sparta, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020 at her home. Born September 21, 1928, in Knoxville, TN, she was the daughter of the late George H. and Myrtle Viola Smith Major. She was the widow of John Barger and preceded in death by her sons, Robert and James Barger and her siblings, James Major, Muriel Hackworth and Mildred Poston. Dorothy was a passionate cat lover and enjoyed trips to the casinos. In her younger years she enjoyed trips to play Bingo, badminton and croquet. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Steve) Slubowski of Sparta, Raymond (Ginny) Barger of of Frankfort and Charles (Karen) Barger of Oklahoma; her son-in-law, Bernie Deaton; her sister, Rose Cummins; thirteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. McDonald & New Funeral Homes are in charge of arrangements. Private family services will be held on Monday, April 27, 2020 with burial in Rest Haven Memorial Park in Cincinnati. Suggested edit: Moms obituary should list Bernie Deaton as late son-in-law. Survived by should include daughter-in-law Karen Barger. Also James E Barger is moms son not a sibling. Contributor: Karen Slubowski (50716958)