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Kenneth Barker Obituary

PARIS - CW2 Kenneth Lee Barker, 31, passed away on Jan 25, 2013 from injuries sustained in a car accident in Dothan, AL. He was born on Jan 18, 1982 in Hopeville, NC. After Kenneth graduated from Bourbon County High School, he entered the US Army in June of 2000. Kenneth was assigned to the Lancers B/5-101st Airborne Division as a UH-60L Black Hawk Crew Chief. In May of 2008 he completed warrant officer candidate school and entered the Army School of Aviation at Fort Rucker, AL where he was assigned to the A TRP,7-17 CAV 101st Airborne Division. After his training, he chose the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter as his primary aircraft. He served two tours of duty in Iraq and one tour of duty in Afghanistan. At the time of his death, he was one week away from graduating and receiving his Kiowa Instructor Pilot certificate. Survivors include his wife, Krystal Skye Barker; two sons, Branson Scott Barker, and Kohen Cade Barker; his father and mother, Dana Lee and Georgia Blair Barker; his sister, Jaclyn Blair Favorite (Samuel); and his brother, Blake Christian Barker and nephew, Trace Logan Favorite. He was the grandson of Mr. & Mrs. James D. Barker, Sr. and the late Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Blair. Visitation will be held 5-8 pm Thursday at Southland Christian Church. Funeral services with full military honors will be held 11:30 am Friday at Southland Christian Church (Harrodsburg Rd.) Burial will follow at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Andrew Peterson, Adam Holder, Ryan Collins, Heath Wells, Curt Richards and Calvin Collins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to RIP CW2 Ken Barker, US Army Aviator, OH - 58D Warrior (www.giveforward.com/kennethbarker). Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd. is in charge of arrangements.

Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jan. 30, 2013.

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Kelley Allen

October 28, 2013

i am so sorry to hear that kenneth has passed away. My Sympathy goes out to you.
Kelley Allen

kelley smith

October 28, 2013

is truly missed

Deanna Teegarden

August 8, 2013

Georgia, I'm so sorry to learn of your family's loss. I am in total shock and sadness for you. Please know you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Jennifer Bolus

February 26, 2013

Thanks for the memories Flyboy...you were a gift in my life as you were to so many. What a difference you made in your short life. You will be very missed. Now revel in heaven, you have so earned it.

February 7, 2013

Thank you for your service. I too saw your tribute on top gear. Hope you and your fellow brothers in arms in heaven have a special spot. You guys deserve it.

Kyle S

February 6, 2013

I didnt know you but saw the tribute to you on the tv show Top Gear and became curious about you. I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service to our country and for all the sacrifices you made to keep us all safe. my prayers go out to your family. God Speed.

Patrick Oakley

February 5, 2013

just learned of this honorable soldier's passing on top gear. rest in peace.

February 5, 2013

I became associated with the Barker family in Indianapolis, (1964)?? Wonderful people. I am saddened to hear of their loss of this precious young one. My son also served with Black Hawk. We have lost contact over the years, but I still hold them all, dear to my heart!!! May God bless and strengthen you at this time & always.

Vickie Hill-Smith

February 2, 2013

R>I>P> Ken, your Mother Lisa Jo loved you so much. she will miss you, and you will see her again.Prayers to the Mother and the family and his children.. <3

Rene'e Hulon

February 2, 2013

Lisa his Mother am so sorry honey for the loss of your son. you have family and lots of friends that love you and are always her for you.how you must feel,what a loss.he will never be forgotten and you are his Mother. am so proud of him and what he done with his life. God bless you and the family, and too his children.God took him home.he loved you very much and i know you loved him more than life itself.prayers go out to you sweetie, and am always her for you.have a safe trip home.luv ya Rene'e Ross Hulon <3

Rene'e Ross

February 2, 2013

Georgia & Dana, I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Kenneth since he was 8 or 9 years old. What an amazing son, he grew up to be. I know how proud you must be. Praying for you during this difficult time.

Amy Harris

February 1, 2013

I cannot imagine the grief your family is feeling, but at the same time I know you must be awfully proud of your son and his accomplishments. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all as you go thru this time of grief.

Mary Margaret Osborne

February 1, 2013

MARY MARGARET OSBORNE

February 1, 2013

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Dana and Georgia and the entire Barker family. I have many fond memories of Dana and I sharing stories about our children and how ironic that Kenneth and Olivia were both born on January 18th. I also remember Dana speaking so proudly of Kenneth and his accomplishments. I know what a difficult time this is for you and the family so we are sending you love, hope, thoughts and prayers to keep you strong. Please know that while we are not there, you all have been with us.

John and Kim Poff

January 31, 2013

Dana and Georgia, how proud and sad you both must be... To lose a child is to lose the most precious part of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.

Elisa Price

January 31, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

S.Griggs

January 31, 2013

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I remember you talking about him and how proud you were. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Miller

January 31, 2013

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I remember you talking about him and how proud you were. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! Sherry Miller

January 31, 2013

Am praying for comfort for the family of Kenneth, thank you for your service to this country, RIP Kenneth, May God's Honor Guard welcome you.

Deborah Winkle

January 31, 2013

Dana and Georgia we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will pray for Kenneth and his family

Henry and Laura Vettraino

January 31, 2013

We would like to thank Kenneth for his service to our country. We will be praying for the Barker family and are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful young man.

Jim and Janie Osborne-Dumas

January 31, 2013

Barker Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers...

Leo & Paula Purcell

January 31, 2013

Kenneth I would love to have told you in person how thankful we are for your serving and protecting our country, but instead we will pass this message to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with those that you have left behind. God bless you.

Ronnie and Peggy Henson

January 30, 2013

So sorry for your loss
God bless the Barker Family.Love and Prayers

Sandy Osborne Shortridge and Family

January 30, 2013

So sorry Praying for the family,

fred and Norma Collier

January 30, 2013

Kenneth your life was short but your memory A life time.

Connie Blair

January 30, 2013

A precious young life gone too soon. Our hearts go out to all that loved him. We pray for strength and comfort from our great God who can answer the question "why". Trust and lean on the One who will never leave or forsake you. In Christ's love. D.J.& Gordon Farley, friends from Molokai Park in Leesburg, FL

D.J. & Gordon Farley

January 30, 2013

May God be with you during this tough time...

shawn mcdonald

January 30, 2013

To a fallen brother in arms, your life taken from this earth... we will always remember the time you spent with us here.. you will be missed..

Jeff Cloninger

January 30, 2013

So sorry about your family's loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

January 30, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, a tremendous loss to his family and our country. Thank you for sharing him with the country and know that he will never be forgotten. Prayers of comfort are headed your way.

Marie

January 30, 2013

Dana and Georgia, sorry for your loss. Watching Kenneth, Heath and Ryan grow up in Southern Hills and continue to remain the best of friends will be forever in my memories. God called a very special special soldier home and he will be greatly missed. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandie Wells Miller

January 30, 2013

Dana, Georgia, family, & friends. I don't have the right words. Kenneth was such a sweet boy when he was young and grew into such an honorable man. God will help you through this and we will be praying for you and your family.
Clyde & Peg Taylor

January 30, 2013

Kenneth was such a huge part of our life growing up in Southern Hills. A sweet young boy grew to be a fine man. Our hearts are broken. We are keeping the entire family in our thoughts and prayers. Jimmy & Belinda Moore

Jimmy & Belinda Moore

January 30, 2013

Dear Barker Family:
So sorry to read of your loss. Please allow God's Word the Bible to provide you comfort during this difficult time.

Bourke Family

January 30, 2013

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