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Gary Barker Obituary
Gary Lee Barker, 63, of Archer, died Saturday, June 11, 2016, of organ failure.
He was born in Oklahoma City, Okla., to Robert Barker and Sybil Cornett Barker. He was the youngest of three siblings, Richard Barker of Edmond, Okla., and Susan Barker Manley of Kimberling City, Mo.
Gary's first wife, Lexie Sue Adams, is the mother of his two children, Abriam Barker of Chelsea, Mass., and Uriah Barker of Yankton, S.D. He later had a long marriage with Karen Rupe of Shelley. His last love and friend of whom he spent his last years with is Anita Clark of Rexburg.
Gary migrated to the Rexburg area from Oklahoma with a wrestling scholarship to Ricks College. In the Rexburg and Idaho Falls area, he contributed his work ethic through pouring concrete and carpentry throughout his life.
He was an interesting, comedic, reserved, witty man who loved to sit and relax with friends and family after a days work.
He is survived by the named above and all the people who witnessed and recognized his charm.
Funeral will be held at his residence in Archer at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 30, for all to mourn and celebrate the life of Gary Barker.
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Johnson
December 26, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I hope that God promise at 1Thessalonians 4:13,14 bring you comfort and knowing that theres a hope for our love ones .
June 24, 2016
Yeah, Good old Gary and his heart came and took him down. Such irony, being that he had a lot of heart and especially when he got passionate about something. He was a good man and wouldn't want anyone to praise him unless they felt genuinely inclined to do so. I am a lucky stalwart person because of what he taught me and to you Gary Barker I will carry the fire. I love you and Thank You for the fine example you were for me. You honest, decent father with your grumpy ways.
June 24, 2016
So sorry Abe!for the loss of your Dad. Sincerely,AnnBrown Exeter,Ri
Karen
June 23, 2016
I'm so very sorry to hear about Gary's passing.. He will always have a special place in my heart.
Tristan Barako
June 22, 2016
Our condolences to you and your family, Abe. - the Barako Family
We didn't know Gary but heard nice things about him from his loving son Abe. Knowing Abe is to say to Gary, well done sir and God rest.
Dave & Carol Roberts
June 22, 2016
Cheryl Carling
June 21, 2016
Gary, our family tree is a little less colorful with your passing. Have Uncle Bob play a song on his harmonica for me and give Aunt Sybil a big hug and tell her just how much I miss stopping by to visit with her when I go to OKC. Tell my dad hi for me and that we love and miss him. Test in Peace Until we meet again.
June 21, 2016
I send my sincere condolences during this very difficult time. May you all find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14.
Melanie Smith
June 21, 2016
I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing. For the rest of my life when I spend time enjoying the lovely greenhouse he built for me, I will recall with a smile all the interesting and funny conversations we had. Gary was indeed witty and charming, such a pleasure to work and spend time with. I will miss his presence in the world.
Rina Barbisan Hanson
June 21, 2016
RIP
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