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Charles Edward Barker 88, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on October 21, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Charles was known for his generous and giving spirit to all who knew him, Charles and his loving wife Clara together built their home; where it was always open to family, friends and neighbors. Charles was a World War II Veteran where he served his country proudly. He retired from Diamond Chain in 1981 after 26 years of service Charles was born on September 29, 1926 to William and Elizabeth Barker. He is Survived by his loving wife of 66yrs Clara Barker; daughters Barbara Jo (Robert) Chapple and Alane (David) Biggs; sons Charles H. (Patricia Ann) Barker, William E. (Robin) Barker, Jerry L. (Susan) Barker, and Eddie (Edna) Barker; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; Loving, companions Schatze, Sadie, Maggie; sister Martha Gower; brother Darre Barker. He was preceded in death by his father and mother William and Elizabeth Barker; son Darrell I. Barker and son-in-law Robert Chapple. Family and Friends may call from 4pm-8pm Thursday, October 23, 2014 with Friday, October 24, 2014 funeral service at 11am Flanner and Buchanan-Giest 7855 Cork Rd. Indianapolis. Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association Please sign Charles's guestbook and share memories at www.flannerbuchanan.com.

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October 27, 2014

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October 26, 2014

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Linda

October 27, 2014

My condolence goes out to the Barker family. As 2 Corinthians 4:7 brings out God can give you the power beyond what is normal so that you can endure each day. In addition, you have the loving support of family and friends.

Melinda

October 26, 2014

Rest well Charles You will be missed

October 24, 2014

Clara and family I am so sorry to hear about the death of uncle Charles my sister Glenda just called me and told me that she had learned that Uncle Charles had died if we had known we all would have came up to his funeral you husband and father was a great person and I sure loved him...Jerry Barker

American Heart Association

October 23, 2014

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