George A. Barker, Jr. “Duke”, 71, of Largo, FL passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015.
George moved here in 2012 from his native Louisville, KY. He retired as a truck driver after more than 35 years. He was an Army veteran and a member of VFW Post #10094, Indian Rocks and the American Legion Seminole Post #252. He was a fan of NASCAR and a car enthusiast.
Survivors include his wife of 13 years, Patty; two daughters, Meloni Ann Barker and Rosco Hoskins; stepson, Benjamin Ray, all of Louisville, KY; and six grandchildren, McKenzie Barker, Benjamin Tyler Ray, Caitlyn Nicole Evans, Joseph Allen Smithers, Kameron Jane Ray and Samantha Jo Ballard.
A memorial service with full military honors will be presented at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Bay Pines National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, Bay Pines, FL. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society.
Although you’ve gone from me now, you will be in my heart forever. I will miss you dearly my friend and soul mate. Our time together was too short. My heart aches for you always. I know you are at peace now and that comforts me some. Please know I loved you as deeply as a person can love another. Always your loving wife.
My Hero,
It hurts me more than you’ll ever know that you had to leave so soon. I can’t imagine moving forward without being able to hear your sweet and loving voice but I know I have to because you would want me too. I just want you to know you’re and will always be my whole world. I can sleep at night knowing you aren’t in pain anymore and finally free. You are so near and dear to my heart and that will never change. Please watch over Kenzie and I as I will need the comfort of your spirit to guide me through life. I Love you Forever & I’ll see you again someday!
-Your Little Daughter
You will be truly missed by many. I’ll never forget our trip to Anna Marie island last summer,I was so scared going across the skyway bridge(lol)you kept asking me if I wanted you to stop so I could get a better picture lol..I still have the video of that day. We love you and miss you dearly George. R.I.P Gone But Never Forgotten
Love,Angie,Alanna,Tyler
George was my dad & was someone whom u looked up to & could admire. Dad taught me to be a better man & human being. I love him very very much & I will miss him everyday I’m alive. Even though he is not with us anymore, I know his spirit will always be with us. Until we meet again daddy “o”
George, you left us way too soon. I can’t imagine life without you in it. I will always remember the good times we’ve had. The day you gave me the great honor of marrying you and Patty on the beach so many years ago. It was truly an honor knowing you. You were dearly loved by all that knew you and will be sincerely missed. Now you are free of all the pain and can rest easy. Watch over us and we will meet again someday.
I will never be about to hear anyone say “Baby Girl” without thinking of you. Lizzie will surely miss you too.
Your friend and sister-in-law
Irene
Dad,
I will always love you. I will always remember all the things we did together, all the fun that we had.
I am very thankful that you wrapped your loving arms around me and accepted as your daughter.
With you and Mama and Papa Barker I had a wonderful life. The advice and encouragement mentioned more to me than you will ever know.
I’m glad that you are in Heaven now, you never will have to suffer any more.
Love always your living daughter,
Rosco
Georgie Porgie….Even though I have only known you for the past 11 months, I feel like we go way back! You and Patty have welcomed me as “family” I will always remember the fun times we’ve had going to the Aquarium, the pool and just hanging out on the lanai. Please know that Patty will be comforted and looked after by me and the rest of her friends here in Florida. I will always have a place in my heart for you! Until we meet again….
~Debbie
you are going to be missed we had some great times together and you always a way to make people laugh and now you are in heaven making them smile rest in peace and know ypu are LOVED and MISSED HERE. Peggy
You are our brother and you will be greatly missed so many great memories love Vickie and roy
Patty,although Jim & I just got to meet you & George,we so enjoyed his friendship…so sorry it was such a short time…but iam sure he is out of pain now..& resting peacefully…know that iam with u in spirit patty…missing u all so very much..I feel so helpless…keep me posted …I care…big hugs my friend…thanks George for serving our country..God Bless..
We are going to miss you. Love and condolences from The Skinner Family.
Dear Patty, I am sorry that George and I never met. I have only heard good things about him. I pray for you and Georges family. I know that he will be missed by many. Sending my greatest sympathy.
Duke was my beloved cousin. We grew up together in Louisville, Ky. I had not spoke with him for awhile, but I will surely miss him.
My mind knows you are in a
Better place where there is no
Pain. You are at peace. I under
Stand that. I just wish I could
Explain it to my heart. Love U