The Ghost of Ma Barker

By Crusader1307

In the 1920s and 1930s in America Crime and Outlaws were as numerous and ‘’popular’’ as ever. From Bonnie and Clyde, to John Dillinger – the list is long and ‘’colorful’’. But one such ‘’Lady’’ named Arizona Donnie Clark, would forever be etched into Criminal History as ‘’Ma’’ Barker. Marrying George Barker in 1892, She would give birth to (4) Sons. Divorcing Her ‘’shiftless’’ Husband, ‘’Ma’’ would turn to Crime as a means of supporting Herself and Her Children, all of whom would learn The ‘’Family Business’’. Eventually, Her Sons would become career Bank Robbers and form with another infamous Robbery Gang, Alvin Karpis. Justice finally came for Ma and several of Her Sons, at Their House in Ocklawaha, Florida when in 1935, She was shot dead at 61 during an FBI Raid. However, some rumors arose that ‘’Ma’’ was not shot by Agents, but took Her own Life.

The House, a ramshackle 2-Floor dwelling, nestled on the boundaries of Swamp and Trees, became a ‘’Shrine’’ of sorts, for the Curious. It was never torn down and has been Owned by many over the years. And each Owner has His Own story of the often paranormal activities which still persist. ‘’Ma’s’’ perfume (or the perceived scent) can still be smelled, as well as ‘’Ma’’ NOT liking Her Kitchen being re-arranged (She will often move or knock things over). Another element, is the occasional smell of gun smoke with can be detected in the very upstairs Room where Ma ended her Life. Although no serious Events have been reported, apparently ‘’Ma’’ isn’t going anywhere soon……