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James Barker Obituary
Jimmy retired from RGA Enterprises, the family business, where he served as President. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing and golf.
In addition to his parents, Jimmy is survived by his wife, Lisa Barker; children, Haley Barker and her fiance, Tyler Bray, and Brandon Barker; a grandson, Liam Barker; brother and sister-in-law, Trey and Barbara Barker; sister and brother-in-law, Juli and Philip Miller; nieces and nephew, Kristin McKinney and her husband, Matt, Victoria Barker, Reaglen Miller and Maddi Miller; great-niece, RaeLynn McKinney; faithful canine companion, BB.
Family and friends of Jimmy Barker are invited to attend his visitation beginning at five o'clock in the afternoon until eight o'clock in the evening on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia, 700 S New Hope Road, Gastonia. His funeral service will be held at two o'clock in the afternoon on Thursday, January 16, 2020 in Founders Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia. Pastor Chris Howell will officiate.
A service of committal will follow in Evergreen - A Quiet Place.
Condolences may be sent to the Barker family online at www.mcleanfuneral.com
The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Jimmy be sent to The Humane Society of Charlotte, 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203.
McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the family of Mr. Barker.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Barker
Tony A Alexander
September 4, 2020
I knew Jimmy from elementary school through high school and there was never a dull moment with Jimmy. We played little league basketball and middle school sports. Out of all of my former classmates I always wanted to see again it was Jimmy.
john BARRIER
January 16, 2020
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.
Melanie Mathews
January 15, 2020
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to the family during this very sad time of the loss of their beloved one. May God hold you and comfort you, now and always.
Jimmy Nell Fletcher
January 14, 2020
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Thoughts and prayers to you all!
Julie Kiser
January 14, 2020
I have so many fond memories of Jimmy from our childhood years! I know your hearts are filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. My thoughts and prayers to you all!
The cousins in Buffalo. God bless Jimmy!
Tim Murphy
January 14, 2020
Robin Black Wise
January 14, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My dad (Reid Black) thought alot of your family. You're in my thoughts & prayers.
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Jan
15
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
McLean Funeral Directors - Gastonia700 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054
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16
Funeral service
2:00 p.m.
McLean Funeral Directors - Gastonia700 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054
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