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Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 6, 2007.

Duane Elmer Barker, 78, of W. Morgan St., died Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007 at Miller Dwan Medical Center. He was born May 3, 1928 in Duluth to Hjalmer and Gladys (Phelps) Barker. Duane was a graduate of Morgan Park High School. He married Dorothy Kaltenhauser on April 14, 1956 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Duluth. Duane had worked for Zinsmaster's Bakery, Frazier Shipyards, and retired from Burlington Northern Railroad after 30 years of service. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Minnesota National Guard, Plus 55 Club, Country Lanes bowling league, United Transportation Union, and he enjoyed playing cribbage. Duane was preceded in death by his sister, Arlene Moore. Duane is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Junita (Len) Davis, and their son, Joshua Davis of Columbus, Ohio; foster son, Donald Fedo of Duluth; sister, Joyce Schetne of Minneapolis; and several nieces and nephews. VISITATION:5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in Dougherty Funeral Home with wake prayers at 5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Duluth Heights. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, and SMDC Heart and Lung Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, 727-3555.

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February 19, 2007

Bev & Dale Nordwall posted to the memorial.

February 8, 2007

Dan Oliver posted to the memorial.

February 6, 2007

Bob posted to the memorial.

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Bev & Dale Nordwall

February 19, 2007

Dorothy, Juanita, and family:
We are saddened and sorry to read of Duane's death. He was always a happy person, always had a smile and I loved his laugh.
We pray that God will be with you and bless you and the memories of your years together will bring you peace and calmness.

Dan Oliver

February 8, 2007

I am so sorry to here of Duanes' passing,and also sorry I didn't find out in time to attend the services. My heart and prayers go out to Dorothy and Juanita,and all those who knew and loved Duane.
Sincerely, Dan Oliver (Arlene's Grandson).

Bob

February 6, 2007

DOROTHY AND fAMILY;
Our hearts grieve for you all at this time.
Duane was a good man. In all that he
got involved with He gave it his best. He was the "Best Man" when MaryAnne and I got married.
May GOD be with You and Yours at this time,
Bob & MaryAnne Chevalier in
Colorado

Bill Dinkel

February 6, 2007

Dorothy and family.I recall many great memories of Duane, talking with him in the basement of Johnny's music or at the concerts etc..He always was so kind to me and my dad, and was so proud of Juanita, like we all were. We will keep you in our prayers at this time of sadness and celebration. May God Bless you all. Bill(willie) Joyce, Mari and Molly Dinkel Faribault, MN