On 12 Jan 1738 when Joseph was 22, he married Rebecca Smith (31687) , daughter of Gershom Smith (ca 1670-3 Apr 1718) & Rebecca Ripley (14367) (20 Nov 1674-).290 Born on 14 Apr 1711.290

Children of Joseph and Rebecca, born in Dartmouth:
    i. Elizabeth Barker, b. 16 Aug 1738;
    ii. Ruth Barker, b. 1740;
    iii. Edward Barker, b. 20 Apr 1743/4;
    iv. Phebe Barker, b. 29 Aug 1745;
    v. Judah Barker, b. 31 Jan 1747/8;
    vi. Abraham Barker, b. 25 Feb 1750/1; and
    vii. Joseph Barker, b. Sep 1754.368