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Ryan Barker Obituary
Age 25, of Elmira, NY, passed away resulting from a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon, July 8, 2008 serving his community. Ryan will lie in state at the Horseheads Fire Dept., 134 N. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Saturday July 12, 2008 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. A Fireman's Memorial will be held at 1 p.m. with Rev Dr. David Sullivan. Funeral Service will be held at the Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira, NY, at 3 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Gustafson. Private burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are entrusted to Sullivan's Funeral Home, Horseheads, NY, 607-739-2035. Those wishing may remember Ryan through memorial contributions to a Trust Fund for his children in c/o Anne Dell, 3631 Oak Lane Furlong, PA, 18925.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Barker
Rick Bacmanski
July 30, 2008
Linda, Tom, Jane, and all the rest of the Family;
Words can't express the sadness that we all feel after this shocking loss.
Tommy, we first knew each other from our Horseheads High School Homeroom Days, and we came back in contact with each other a month ago. I had such a great time catching up with you at that Great Rehearsal Dinner on the lake in Canandaigua. I'm so glad that I was able to get to know Ryan a little while playing a small part in that Wedding Weekend's fun. Never in a million years could we have known that we would soon be sharing yet another weekend together...this time for not so happy an event.
My short time with him allowed me to realize quite clearly that Ryan was a fine and caring young Man, Son, Grandson, Brother, Husband, Father, Firefighter, and simply enough....a true Friend to all who had the pleasure to know him. For all he became as a person, you should all be so very proud.
We'll never forget Ryan, because his Spirit will always live on with us all. May He Rest in Peace. Take Care...
Rick
Arnie Taylor
July 16, 2008
Tom,Linda, Jane and family,
So very sorry to hear of Ryans passing. Tom spoke so proud of Ryan every day. My heart goes out to all of you, may he rest in peace. May his memory always bring a smile to your face.
Sherry Lattimer-Kelly
July 16, 2008
I went to school with Ryan when we were just little kids and I remember him fondly. The skinny kid down the street with lots of freckles and a big smile. I did not know him as an adult, but I am sure he was a great man, wonderful father and husband. Honor and duty are the greatest legacy one person can leave behind. Some leave us as hero's. I am sure Ryan was all of that and more. My thoughts and prayers are with his family...
Captain Joe Thresher
July 15, 2008
On behalf of the Elmira Heights Fire Department , we would like to express our condolences to the Barker family. You will be in all our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Abbott
July 14, 2008
Tom, Linda and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure Ryan is in heaven with Ty. What I have read about him, he was very dedciated person to what he was doing. Keep the faith.
Theresa Szymkiewicz
July 14, 2008
Tom, Linda, Joe, Fern, Joanne, Nancy, and Mary Lou,
Our entire family wishes to express our deepest sorrow with the loss of Ryan. We all feel your pain. God Bless Us All...Everyone...
Love Always,
The Joe & Jean Rohan Family
Bethany Bowes
July 14, 2008
I'm sad to sign I did not get to know Ryan, however I was fortunate enough to know his work. He saved the life of my boyfriend after a horrible accident a couple of months ago. Without him, I'm sure the outcome would have been very different. From this I know that Ryan was an angel and that he will be greatly missed on this earth! My heart and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.
Josef Betser
July 14, 2008
My heart goes out to Ryan's entire family in this time of need. A man is not measured by the lenght of his life however by what he has done with that life, Ryan was a great man and friend and may God give him peace in heaven.
Nancy DeLuca
July 14, 2008
Tom & Linda,
I loved my nephew Ryan as I love my own kids. I feel your pain and send my love to all of you. May god help us all accept the loss of Ryan.
Bob & Angie Young
July 13, 2008
Jane & kids, Mr. & Mrs. Barker, Sean,Pat.
Our deepest condolences to all of you, Ryan will truly be missed by us all. I was proud and honored to have Ryan as a friend and also as a brother. He always had a smile on his face and could always put a smile on anyone in his presence, his kindness and concern for others is like that of no other. You are in our hearts and our prayers.
Ryan, you will always be with us, I miss ya bud.
Sylvia Root
July 13, 2008
Dear Jane and family
We are so sorry for your loss and we are praying for you and your family. God bless you
Sylvia and Ravo Root Jr
Jeff Tarkett
July 13, 2008
Linda, Tom, Sean and Patrick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Be strong and be together. Never take a day for granted.
ellis family
July 13, 2008
My family has the greatest respect for fireman and woman, they saved our home. We did not know ryan but we stood at the end of our street with out hands behind our backs and stood proudly as he went by on saturday god bless his family in there time of need and all fireman
Priscilla Lewis
July 13, 2008
Tom you probably do not remember me but I wanted to let you know my thoughts are with you. I can't imagine losing a child.
Corning Resident
July 12, 2008
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little--but not too long
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared,
Miss me--but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take
And each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss Me--But Let me Go!
ODESSA FIRE DEPARTMENT
July 12, 2008
To the family of Ryan Barker,
On behalf of the Odessa Fire Department we would like to express our sincere condolences and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. To Ryan, thank you so much for serving and protecting your community, from one family of firefighter/emt's to another. May you watch over your family and be the guardian angel they will feel comforted by in the days to come.
Burdett Fire Dept. "fellow firefighters"
July 12, 2008
Our Thoughts And Prayers are with you all in this time of grief for our fellow firefighter. God Bless! Burdett Fire Dept.
Ted, Mindy, Samantha and Casey Dudgeon
July 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and the road ahead. You now have a special angel to watch over you daily. God's blessings,
The Bustin Family
July 12, 2008
Our families thoughts and prayers are with Ryan's family and friends during this time. His service and sacrifice to his community is a tribute to you all.
Joe Brennan
July 12, 2008
I didn't know Ryan personally, but I remember having a class or two with him back in high school. He was always smiling and telling jokes. My deepest sympathies are with him and his family at this time.
Chris Kamas
July 12, 2008
Tom, Linda, Sean, Patrick & Jane,
We cannot express in words how deeply saddened we are for your lost. Ryan was truly a fine young man and the world will be less without him. You are all in our minds and our prayers daily.
Chris & Sue Kamas
& Family
Tanya Lawson
July 12, 2008
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family. I did not know Ryan personally but it is always sad to loose someone as special as he, who put others first. May the Lord be with you all.
Michael Bjorck
July 11, 2008
Having known Ryan for several years now, I can't begin to say how much I will miss him. I was looking forward to working with him regularly at Erway Ambulance and stirring up some trouble in the Paramedic class this fall like we used to in so many other fire classes. His smile and laugh will always stick in my mind. I miss you already buddy...
Marge
July 11, 2008
Words cannot express how deeply sad I feel for your entire family. Ryan was a lovely and polite young man who truly loved and cared for his family. My prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. God Bless
From your fellow fierfighters at Baldwin Fire Department
July 11, 2008
Our condolences go out to his family, friends, and fellow firefighters. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
stephen walters
July 11, 2008
ryan you are missed thanks for being such a brother to me and everyone else we had some pretty good times together doing stuff that probly we shouldnt of u where a awsome firefighter and a awsome brother thanks for evrything u tought me along the way i wouldnt be the person today without ya thanks for being a awsome brother and remeber keep smileing i will alway remeber u brother love ya (scuba)
Fred, Denise, Aaron and Adam Capozzi
July 11, 2008
Tom, Linda, Sean and Patrick
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to the beautiful memories you have of Ryan, he was surely loved by all.
CHRISTINE BROOKS
July 11, 2008
Tom, Linda & Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this most difficult time of sorrow. I can still see that little blonde head of hair walking down the street to catch the bus to go to and from school with his brothers, back pack on his shoulders. Such a beautiful boy,
always smiling. This is one of the memories we will keep in our hearts of your beloved Ryan. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
The Brooks Family,
Jack & Christine and children
Jayna D'Arcangelo
July 11, 2008
To the Barker Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss, you'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jayna Karam-D'Arcangelo
Karen Smith
July 11, 2008
Dear Barker Family,
I am so deeply sorry about the loss of Ryan. What a wonderful Man
Scott A. & Cheryl F. Perron
July 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. He will be sadly missed as a second cousin who just lost his Grandfather. But they will be together. Our deepest sympathys to his Family.
Angie Dennis
July 11, 2008
My deepest and most sincere sympathies to the entire Barker family. No words can express the sorrow that I feel for you all at this time. I hope that the love you have for eachother and the strength that you will gain from those around you will help comfort you during this diffucult time.
Cleveland Fire Department, Cleveland NY
July 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Firefighter Ryan Barker's family and the members of the West Hill Fire Department.
Jeanne, Don, Hannah & Alex Coon
July 11, 2008
Jane, and family,
No words could ever be enough. Just please know that we are thinking of all of you.
Chief Fran Mayer, Jr.
July 11, 2008
On behalf of the members of the South Corning Volunteer Fire Dept. we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Barker family and the West Hill Fire Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Steve & Cody Usselman
July 11, 2008
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Steve & Cody Usselman
Susan Silvers
July 11, 2008
Linda, Tom and Jane,
I know that there are no words that will ease your pain. Just know that I am thinking of you and accept my deepest sympathy.
Nancy Decker
July 11, 2008
Dear Linda, Tom and family- May God hold you all tenderly in His heart during this unspeakable time of grief. I know that words cannot possibly console you at this time of incredible loss and heartbreak. May the love, support and prayers of family and friends be of some comfort to you. You are in our hearts. Blessings and Love, Nancy (cousin)
Roger Feltner
July 11, 2008
Dear, Tom ,Linda,Jane & Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of Ryan, such a fine young man.Knowing Ryan from such an early age, watching him develop through soccer and many shared activities with both of our families participating together, we have an acute sense of loss at this time. He has certainly touched many lives , and has given alot back to his community through his EMT work and participation in several fire departments. It is a sad time for our whole community when there is a loss of a fine person who has contributed his time energy and talent to the help of others. Please know that Ryan will have a special place in our hearts and should be remembered for his many acts of unselfish work for all of us in the Horseheads, Elmira area. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely, Roger & Eileen Feltner & Family.
Debbie Donovan
July 11, 2008
Dear Jane and family:
The whole Donovan family - Melissa;
Sarah and myself want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Angela Murray
July 11, 2008
Jane and kids,
I am so sorry for your loss. Not only have I been blessed to have worked with you Jane, I feel so blessed to have known Ryan. While in the ER Ryan always had a smile on his face. He was compassionate, and a great man. Ryan loved you and the kids so much. He would just light up talking about all of you. With time the pain will get easier. I am so sorry for your loss.
Yee & Vonn Lee
July 11, 2008
Tom and Linda,
We feel your loss deeply. Our condolences to your family. Your are in our thoughts.
Connie Studgeon
July 10, 2008
To Linda, Tom, Sean, Patrick and the entire Barker family....
Words cannot express what is so truly heart-felt. Our deepest of sympathies at your loss.
Nathan, Ike & Connie Studgeon
Nicole Feml
July 10, 2008
If you mention Ryan Barker’s name, everyone seems to have a story to tell, and just by looking at the pages in this guestbook a lot of people were touched by Ryan in different ways. Even three hours away in a tiny town called Cairo, NY volunteer fireman are mourning the loss of their friend and brother fire fighter. Ryan died doing what he loved, and we will never forget him. Our prayers go out to Ryan’s family and his fellow fighter fighters.
"Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you there." Ryan, we will remember you and the moments that today we are so grateful for having. We will always think of you and smile.
Jane if you or your family need anything at all do not hesitate to call us.
Annette Corbalan
July 10, 2008
Our deepest condolences go to the Barker family at this very sad time. You are in our prayers. Francisco & Annette Corbalan, Paco Corbalan
Jennifer Sexton (Narosky)
July 10, 2008
To the whole family of Ryan Barker, my prayers our with all of you on this day.
Jennifer & Brian Coon
July 10, 2008
Our Deepest sympathy to The Barker Family, Horseheads Fire Dept., and West Hill Fire Dept.
The Coon Family
peter meskill
July 10, 2008
Dear Barker family,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Peter, Dale, Mike, Diana and Kelly Meskill
Jim Allington
July 10, 2008
Jane, My deepest condolences to you and your family.Ryan will truely be missed.I had the pleasure not only to know him through the Fire service and Erways but had the privilege of calling him a friend. His smile will be missed by all who knew him.
Marty Winiecki
July 10, 2008
To Jane & Family:
From the first time I met Ryan in college and throughout his career, I always enjoyed being around him. He always was full of energy and loved helping people. My deepest sympathy to the whole family! RYAN YOU WILL BE SURELY MISSED!
July 10, 2008
We can shed tears, because you are gone. We can smile, because you lived. We can close our eyes and see you in our dreams. We can cherish your memory and let it live on.
Harold & Luana Mortensen
July 10, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
BROWN
July 10, 2008
DEAR BARKER FAMILY
I KNOW THE LOSS AND SORROW OF A HUSBAND AND SON
MY CONDOLENCES
LB&Matt Pestle
July 10, 2008
We carry you in our hearts. God bless you all and may the thoughts and prayers of so many people who were touched by Ryan bring you some strength. With love the Matt Pestle Family
Adam Robinson & Keuka College Men's Soccer
July 10, 2008
Barker's you are in our thoughts and prayers. Not knowing Ryan personally but knowing what a special family that he has one can probubly see how much he has touched the lives of the community he served. The entire Keuka Soccer Family sends thier deepest condolences and I would like to extend my personel sorrow with this tradgey. Our thoughts and prays are with you!
Tammy Joensen Hhds. Presbyterian Nursery School
July 10, 2008
To Ryan's wife, children, family and friends: my condolences to all of you. Ryan came to our Preschool in Horseheads many times with other firemen during Fire Prevention Week. He seemed thrilled to be a fireman and was great with the children. He was a very nice young man and I'm sure you are all proud of him.
Jordan and Heather Roth
July 10, 2008
I cannot express how deeply saddened we are with the loss of our friend and brother. I always enjoyed the time spent at work together. We will miss you.
Alyssa George
July 10, 2008
Barker family,
I'm so sorry for your loss; Ryan was a close friend and loved by so many people; he will be very missed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. God bless you.
Ed Murphy
July 10, 2008
IT'S NOT WHAT YOU GATHER, BUT WHAT YOU SCATTER THAT
TELLS WHAT KIND OF LIFE YOU HAVE LIVED.
On behalf of the Webbs Mills Volunteer Fire Department we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Barker families the West Hill Fire Department and to all the people Ryan has touched in his short time with us. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
1st Asst. Chief & Mrs Edmund Murphy Pine City NY
Stephanie Connelly
July 10, 2008
Ryan always knew how to keep a smile on everyone's face and make you laugh. He brought much joy into my life and the lives of many others. He was an awesome cousin and friend. He will be greatly missed.
~Family, I know that all the wonderful memories will bring joy back into your lives and know that his presence will always be by your side. Much love.
Donna and Dan Randolph
July 10, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Donald Hatch Sr (Retired Chief)
July 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Francis Mayer III
July 10, 2008
Iv'e never met anyone quite like Ryan and I doubt I will ever meet anyone with all the amazing qualities he possessed. Those who knew him were blessed and to those I share great sympathy. Our fond memories of him as a City of Corning Firefighter will live on forever at the coffee table. My deepest condolences go out to the family.
Kari Edger
July 10, 2008
i knew Ryan for a short period of time. He always knew how to make us laugh. He is a good person, and We all know he was dedicated to his family. You are in our thoughts and prayers!! God bless
Jean Goyette
July 10, 2008
Linda and family,
I am heart broken to hear of the loss of your beloved son, brother, husband, daddy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Laurie Collins, Ryan Todd & Family
July 10, 2008
Dear Barker Family,
Words cannot express the depth of our sorrow for you at this time, but please know that we hold you in our hearts and send you our prayers for the strength to get through each day ahead. You are a loving, caring family, and Ryan, will now and forever be watching over you. Hold his memory close, for it will guide you.
JOHN & MARY MASE
July 10, 2008
On behalf of the entire Pine City Volunteer Fire Department we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to both the Barker families and the West Hill Fire Department. Your brothers and sisters in the fire service mourn your loss and are praying for your families as they try and make it through the difficult times ahead.
Jane, please feel free to call on us, now or in the future, if there is anything we can do. In the meantime, you'll all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Chief & Mrs. John Mase,
Pine City, NY
Courtney Segar
July 10, 2008
Ryan was truely a unique and caring person who will be missed. While attending HHS together I saw how contagious his laughter could be and how he could add humor to any situation. Condolences to his family.
Courtney Segar (Claypool), Horseheads
Christopher Miller
July 10, 2008
Barker the lives you have touched in your short life will never be the same... We will miss you so much and keep you and your family in our hearts forever. The memories of your smile and laughter and good spirit will never fade and will forever be instilled in our hearts....Prayer goes out to your children and your wife may they have the strength to carry on. We Love you man- Cairo Hose Co.
Eric Hall
July 10, 2008
Jane- We are so sorry. Ryan was a true gentleman and a bright spot wherever he was. Please don't think twice about asking us for anything. The kids are always welcome at our house for some down time. We'll be in touch.
Our deepest sympathy to you, Ryans Family and your mom and dad.
Eric, Kersten, Jake, Jensen and Simon Hall
Scott & Rene Hodge
July 10, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ryan's family and the West Hill Fire Department.
David T. DeLuca
July 10, 2008
Tom and Linda,
I am so sorry and please try to find some peace in the near future. You are a very strong family. Please take care and our prayers will be with you forever!
Love,
David, Bryson and Aaron DeLuca
Carol Dickson/Johnson
July 10, 2008
Tom , Linda and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I'm so sorry
Laura Randall
July 10, 2008
Jane and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Newton
July 10, 2008
Jane & family,
There isn't much a person can say at a time like this, and say it right, but you and your family are in my thoughts. I'm so sorry.
David crance
July 10, 2008
we the members of the spencer fire department wish to say how sorry we are for this loss. One of our brother's has been called home and we all will miss him. From the chaplain of the spencer fire department. Dave Crance
Diane Lantz
July 10, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your son and brother. Our son graduated with Patrick and we met Ryan through his employment with Erway. I remember him as a kind and caring person.
Diane and Gregg Lantz and family
andrew dean
July 10, 2008
Bangs Ambulance
Pat Teliska
July 10, 2008
Linda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
james page
July 10, 2008
our thoughts and prayers are with our brothers and sisters of the west hill fd and with the family. ryan will never be forgoten.
Bob Fischer
July 10, 2008
As one of Ryan's brother firefighters and past Asst. Chief's at the Horseheads Fire Dept. I wish to send my deepest sorrow to the family of Ryan for their loss. The comment in todays paper about Ryan being an awesome kid were perfect, he was, and I as a past firefighter and most of all a friend with miss his smile and his kindness greatly. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Bob Fischer
Past Asst. Chief Horseheads Fire Dept
West Hill Fire Department
July 10, 2008
Members of the West Hill Fire Department grieve the loss of Ryan in such a tragic way. Our hearts and our sympathy go out to everyone who knew Ryan and what he was all about. Helping others. He came into our lives like a ball of fire and wanted to help our small department grow. We will be forever grateful to Ryan and Jane for their contributions to our department. In this line of service we never know when we leave the station what will be. I believe that Ryan died doing what he loved the most in life helping others and however you look at things Ryan was a hero in our book. Jane we love you and pray for you and your family.
Stephen Huber
July 10, 2008
Tom, Linda, Sean and Patrick, We are all devistated at the loss of your son and brother. He was loved by all who knew him. What a remarkable young man. He gave so much to others. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Walters
July 10, 2008
Ryan is an inspiration to all. Thanks for being special buds with Stephen. He is better for knowing you. My sympathy to Ryan's family. We are praying for you. He was a GREAT guy and will definitely be missed!
Anne Osborn
July 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 10, 2008
my heart is with you at this time of loss . im so sorry
Peggy Buzzetti
July 10, 2008
Jane - We are so sorry.
Allan, Brenda and Peggy
Lori Kline
July 10, 2008
To the entire Barker family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. May your memories be forever in your hearts, and may God, family and friends carry you all through this horrible time. Love and prayers to all of you.
Mindy Engel Dan Hoffmann
July 10, 2008
Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeffrey Bell
July 10, 2008
My Prayers to Ryan's Family and the entire Fire Dept. family, I worked with Ryan on occasions with Horseheads FD, he is a super kid.. and will be missed very much...
Suzanne Henbest
July 10, 2008
Ryan has left this earth but his memory remains with us all. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and fire department.
Nancy Richtmyer
July 10, 2008
My prayers go out to the family. I didn't know Ryan but he sounds like a wonderful father and friend. God Bless you all .
July 10, 2008
Jane, Please accept my deepest condolences. It is so sad to loose a individual who has committed so much of his time in helping others, even more tragic as a result of being in the line of duty. Ryan was a pleasure to have in class, he always participated and contributed. I enjoyed his presence and his company. Again, my condolences to you and your family, Ryan will be missed by all.
Herb Furman - NYS Fire Instructor
Meg Soper
July 10, 2008
Ryan was a great young man. As one of his EMS instructors, he was constantly impressing me with his dedication at such a young age.
My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
Andrea Seymour
July 10, 2008
To the Barker and Kutchukian families,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Eric, Andrea, and Josh Seymour
Casey Pestle
July 10, 2008
he will be a greatly missed third cousin and family member. he was also so great to be around. love u and miss u
William Jamelski
July 10, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to jane and the kids. We will miss you ryan and all that you gave to the community.
July 10, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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