At Craigwiel Gardens Nursing Home, Ailsa Craig on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 of Lucan in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Janette (Davis) Barker (2007). Dear father of Joan Beaune of London, Gary and Walda Barker of Lucan, and Jean Richardson of London. Dear grandfather of Kelly and Kris; Marla, Gwen, Grant and Claire; and Janelle, and great-grandfather of Peyton and Cedar. Predeceased by a son-in-law Tom Richardson, a granddaughter Jan Barker and a sister Joan.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Friday evening 7-9 pm where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 21st at 11AM with Rev. David Friesen Waldner officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Ron & Nancy Cunningham
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Jim’s passing.
Unfortunately we did not hear about it until after the funeral was over and we feel badly for not knowing.
We would have gladly made the trip down having known.
Please accept our sympathy to the entire family…he was well liked by all who knew him.
Marilyn Thompson
My deepest sympathy to the Barker family. Janette babysat my youngest about 35 years ago. Jim used to tease her and try to get her to talk to him. Finally, Janette persuaded her to talk to him and call him by a childhood nickname. I am sure Jim was very surprised and pleased that she was now talking to him.
Nancy & Rob Cordell
our thoughts and prayers are with you
deepest sympathy on the death of your Dad
hugs from the Cordell family
Linda Abbott Timmons
Joannie, Jeannie and Gary: words cannot express how much your dad meant to us. His wit makes me chuckle to this day. How I remember our dads telling their stories and the wonderful times we had together. I am relieved he is out of his suffering and it will be lonely without him. God bless you all with love and hugs!!!
Joyce & Ralph Simpson
Our condolences to the Barker family.
Doreen Garrett
My sincere sympathy to you Joan and the rest of your family on the passing of your dad. I have many good memories of times shared both on your farm and at the family picnics. May those kinds of memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Doreen
Jen Lyons
Jean and Joan and family . Your Dad was a great man with all the humour in the world I will miss seeing him and you two. I think of him today as some friends want to go to the to have the annual Pancakes and sausage trip with all that home made syrup :) I told them all of this super Man named Jim and how he made those trips to enjoy his pancakes xo Many hugs Jen Lyons(Blackall)
George and Mary Young
To the Barker family:
Please accept our sympathy at this time of sorrow,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Gauthier's, Denis, Betty & Fauve
We send our love and sincere condolences to you Joan, Jean, Garry and your families. We will always have great memories of visits to the farm and family gatherings with Jim and Janette.
Rick & MaryLynne Demaray
Joan, Gary, Jean and extended families — I feel your loss. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Barker family in the passing of Uncle Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone today. I miss him already.
Rick
Frank and Carol Hardy
Deepest sympathy to you all. Your pictures reflect many good memories of your life with Jim. Our thoughts are with you today.
Diane park (Leitch)
Joan, Gary, Jean and family……so sorry to hear of your loss, we share many great memories as kids, and both your mom and dad were part of them….please know I am thinking of you in your time of sorrow……Diane..
Dan Heywood
To Jims Family My sincere condolences on his passing. I always enjoyed dealing with him. He used to sit in my office and tell me about all the cars he had owned over the years. Great guy. He will be missed!
Russ & Beth Radcliffe
Gary, Walda and family. Sorry to read of Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bob and Heather MacGillivray
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow as we know how much you’ll miss your Dad. We are sorry that we will be unable to convey our condolences in person this evening, but please know that we care.
Bob, Heather and family.
Gord and Brenda Moon
To the Barker family,
So very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. May all the good memories as shown in the wonderful slide show captured in pictures, help to carry you through this sad time. Our thoughts are with you.
Debbie Lee
To Jean, Janelle, Joan and Family,
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you all for the loss of your much loved Dad and Grandpa. Your pictures tell the story of his wonderful life…
Love Deb, Greg, Meg and Gregory Lee
Jim and Helen Hearn
Dear Joan, Gary, Walda, Jean and families,
Please accept our sincere sympathy. We regret that we are unable to give our condolences in person. All your good memories will keep him alive in your hearts forever. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Jim and Helen
Carol King
Joan, my sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your Dad…sending hugs and prayers…
Dianne Masse
Joan and family,
Sending my deepest sympathy for the passing of your Dad
I enjoyed our visits when he came to get his quart of strawberries at the farm.
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Joan & Dave [email protected]
Dear Joan, Gary, Jean and Families
We were very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
To The Barker Family
Keep all those great memories in your heart, our sincere condolences
Janice and Rick
Joan, Jean, Gary and Family….may peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. He was a fine man and will truly be missed.
Sandra & Larry Hern
Dear Gary and Walda and the Barker Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences in the passing of your dear Dad and Grandpa. Remember the happy times….
Donna Wraith (Leitch)
Jean, Gary, Joan and families although it’s been many many years – my heart goes out to you and yours – many great memories spent growing up on the second – great times, lots of laughs, thoughts are with you – enjoyed the pictures you shared – sorry for you loss – Donna
Mary Brintnell
To Gary and Walda and the Barker family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Treasure the memories. May he rest in peace. Mary Brintnell
Joan Robson
Sorry to hear of Jims passing.He will be missed.
Ralph Needham
Kaen, Paul and Bekah Cook
To the Barker family we want to express our deepest condolences. Mr. Barker was a fun loving man. I many great memories , one of which was the trips to Merla-Mae for ice cream. He will forever be missed.
Bruce & Donna (Blane) Parnall
Joan, Gary, Jean & Families – So sorry to hear of your Dads passing.
Cherish all your memories, Jim is resting with your Mom now.
Tracy Harrison
Gary, Walda and family….sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My thoughts are with you.
Jeff and Heather Martin
Joan, Jean, Gary and families,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. May all of your wonderful memories of Jim get you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts.
Jim hoefler
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family in the lost of your dad. Memories of him will live with you forever. Jim would sit on his deck at driftwood park and enjpoyed talking to friends in the park and telling stories . He will be missed . Joan & Jim
Tom Hearn
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Jackie Martin
Joan, Kelly and Chris:
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad and Grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you now.
Shelley Burgess and family
Dear Jean, Joan and family, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great guy and I will always treasure my memories of him. Lots of love, Shell
Fred and Brenda Smith
sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing he was a very friendly man always think of the good times he had a good life.The Smiths
Judy & Harry Bond
To all the Barker family – we had so much fun with your Dad and Mom at Driftwood Park. For years your Dad would walk to the beach every day and bring up another pail of pretty stones. His laneway was full of them. Please accept our condolences.
John Henderson, Al Maynard
We are very sorry for the loss of this fine man. He was one of the elders of Driftwood Park and we will miss not seeing him there in the summer. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Neil Russett
Dear Joan,
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. Although I had never met him, I know how much he meant to you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Neil and Diane Russett
Jo & Al
Joan, Jean and Family:
I am so sad to hear of the passing of your Dad….he was such a wonderful person and have so many wonderful memories of him quizzing me about my family the Flanagans !! Please know that you are all in our thoughts at this sad time and wish we could be there. Take Good Care
Jo & Al xoxo
Joan Greenlee & family
To all the Barker family – so sorry to hear about uncle Jim – our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joan, Derek and family, Debb and family, Chad and family.
Kathy & Steve Petit & family
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Barker family in the passing of Jim. I have great memories of adventurous weekends spent at the Barker farm growing up. Jim always made me feel like part of the family and had a joke or two to share..he was never too busy to take us for ‘one more’ snowmobile ride. Much love sent your way at this time of sorrow.