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Donald F. "Buzzy" Barker Sr.
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Donald "Buzzy" Barker Obituary
Don was born in Westerly, a son of the late Hugh and Grace Barker.
He was employed with Electric Boat in Groton for many years, retiring as a planner.
He was also formerly employed at The Washington Trust Company.
A member of the Amancio-Falcone-Gaccione VFW Post of Westerly, he was a Korean War veteran having served with the U.S Air Force achieving the rank of staff sergeant.
Mr. Barker was a member of the Westerly Yacht Club as well as the Westerly Lodge of Elks BPOE #678.
He was also a past treasurer of the American Federation of Government Employees Local #998. Don enjoyed many sports and was a member of both bowling and golf leagues in North Kingstown. He was also quite adept at fantasy football, and he will be missed by his many friends who took pleasure in the same hobby.
Mr. Barker was a communicant of St. Bernard's Church in North Kingstown.
His greatest passion in life was spending time with his family particularly his grand and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he leaves three sons, Donald F. Barker Jr. of Weaverville, N.C., Douglas M. Barker of Westerly and Scott J. Barker of Pawcatuck; and three daughters, Lori A. Barker of Warwick, Joann E. Holly of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., and Jacquelyn A. Barker of Taftville, Conn. He is also survived by one brother, David W. Barker of Texas; one sister, Barbara Murano of Groton, Conn.; 18 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was also predeceased by his first wife Marilyn (Rezendes) Barker.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. Michael Church, Liberty Street, Pawcatuck, with burial in River Bend Cemetery.
Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly, was in charge of arrangements.
Family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Bernard's Bldg. Fund, 415 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852 in Don's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald "Buzzy" Barker
Pat Ryan
November 29, 2007
To the Barker families, I really enjoyed working with Buzzy at the Washington Trust Co. He was always in great spirits and spread his laughter to all. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Linda C Lawton
November 27, 2007
To the Barker Family:
Buzzy was an unforgettable person and even though its been years I remember his friendly smile while working at WTC. May the memories left behind by him keep you in peace.
Sincerely,
Betty (Amaral) & Dick Gomes
November 27, 2007
Sorry to read of Buzzy's passing. He was a school chum, Stonington High School class of 1950 and did a lot to help get the reunions together. We will miss him at the next reunion, Our prayers are with the family.
Alison (Brennan) Huberty
November 27, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies. He was a kind sweet man and a true friend to my parents.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Madeline hart
November 26, 2007
I remember how you use to laugh and make the rest of us laugh. may you rest in peace.
Madeline Hart
November 26, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Joe & Angie Iacoi
November 26, 2007
To The Barker Family
Sorry to learn tonight of Buzzy's passing.
He was always a nice-friendly man while in Westerly and espicially during his work at The Washington Trust Company.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
julie bastien
November 26, 2007
to margherit and family, im so sorry you guys lost such a good and caring person in your family.I really feel for you guys alot.Just try to remember all the good times everyone had with him.Just try to keep your heads up and think postive im sure hell still be with you no matter what you guys do hell be watching over you.im really sorry i cant go and see you guys on the hardest days coming but i will always be here for the ones that i do know in the family.which there are 7 of them next door to my house and whoever else that needs someone to talk to.margherit and melissa and family just remember i will be here as much as i can be so just remember that.Please take care everyone love you guys julie and family.
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