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William Barker Obituary

Barker, William "Bill" passed away January 18th, beloved husband of 60 years to Phyllis, loving father of Patricia, Kathryn, Barbara, Michael, David, James, Jacqueline and the late Thomas and Gerald. His spirit will live on in his grandchildren Cory, Christina, Benjamin, Max, Mason, Joseph, Zoe, Shannon, Daniel, Erin, Coral, Willow, Molly, Jesse, Rachel, Lucy, David, Phyllip, Patrick, Aaron, Michael, Jessie, Kari and Megan-and also within his eight great-grandchildren. Among Bill's many accomplishments he will be remembered for serving as Deacon for the Sacred Heart Parish for over 30 years. He was a good and honest man, a loyal friend, a strong guide and role model for his family and he will be dearly missed. Lying in state at Sacred Heart Church, 8243 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to the time of Mass of the Resurrection at 11:30 a.m. Visitation at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth, Friday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Catholic Charities, 721 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654 or Sacred Heart Church appreciated. 708-448-6000.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2010.

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Liz Hughes

February 6, 2010

So sorry to hear about Uncle Bill, We just found out or we would have tried to be there.
Love you all
Liz Hughes (Moen)
Dawn McNamee (Moen
Dorothy Duda (Moen)
Irene Diericks (Moen)

February 5, 2010

Dear Mrs. Barker:
Tim & I are sad to hear the news of Mr. Barkers' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lynne & Tim Kelly

Terry Flanagan

February 2, 2010

Phyllis,

I was saddened to hear of Bill's passing. His support and guidance during the "Five of a Kind" years has left a lasting impression. My sympathies to you and your family.

Wally Sarna

January 22, 2010

Dear Phyllis,

Bill not only kept our books since 1959 but he became our close friend. Our lunches without him will never be the same. Please call if we can help in any way. Wally / Frank

Mary Ellen Schumann

January 21, 2010

To the Barker family,
I have always loved your dad. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Love, Mary Ellen Kelly Schumann

January 21, 2010

Dearest Phyllis,

Words cannot describe all the wonderful works that Bill did for all of us through the years.

Loretta and I will include him in our prayers and a plea for strength for you, Phyllis.

May God bless you and your family.

Larry and Loretta Herm

January 20, 2010

Dear Mrs. Phyllis William, I like to extend my sympathy for the loss of your beloved husband. The God of all comfort promises the hope of the resurrection at John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15. Erma L. Davis(Park Forest, IL)

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