David Barker Obituary
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David was united in marriage on August 18, 1962 in Grand Island, NE to the former Miss Dianne Martin and they spent the next 63 years happily together. Mr. Barker is a proud Veteran of the United States Army. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle who will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
David is survived by his wife, Dianne Barker of Yorkville, IL; his children, Lori (Joe) Bednar of Suffern, NY, Ronald (Kathy) Barker of Avon Lake, OH, and Michael (Jen) Barker of Oswego, IL; his grandchildren, Heather (Andrew) Fletcher, Brad (Leah) Barker, Audrey Bednar, Luke Bednar, Cullen Barker, and Rowan Barker; his great-grandchildren, Caroline Barker, Isaiah Barker, Silas Fletcher, and Shiloh Fletcher; his brothers, Ronald Barker and Jim Barker; also several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Ruth Barker; also his sister, Ardis Holst.
A Private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or (630) 553-7611.
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tom gargus and vicki martinez
November 10, 2025
Dave you were a good friend, a fun golfer and it is sad to know you are no longer with us but Vicki and I have the memories of the "good times". You were a true "cornhusker". I always enjoyed listening to your stories from the days you worked the large feedmills. When we drive across Nebraska (all 458 miles) headed to Missouri I always remember you when I see the tall grain silos. I'm sure you are looking down from above and we were blessed to have you for a friend. Tom and Vicki
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