Low 38F. Paijalan Hautausmaa, Tuusula, Uusimaa, Finland. Robert T. Barker, 73, of Manchester, CT passed away on December 18, 2021, with his family by his side after a two-year courageous battle with cancer. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Born in Boston, he was a graduate of St. Paul's School in Concord, NH. Your email will not be used for any other purpose. Robert Barker, Sr. | Obituary | Bluefield Daily Telegraph Following his time in the Army, Bob worked for the US Postal service. The Ludington Daily News mobile app brings you the latest local breaking news, updates, and more. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in the book. How many times do you think you'll go to the beach this summer. The statement did not specify . Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Pekka-Eric Auvinen (June 4, 1989 - November 7, 2007 [aged 18]), better known online as sturmgeist89 or NaturalSelector89 (posthumously The YouTube Killer) was a Finnish YouTuber that committed the Jokela High School shooting in 2007. Among all else, Robert loved being a grandpa to his grandson, Lucas. Robert Barker Obituary (2010) - Grand Rapids, MI - Legacy.com He traveled frequently to golf courses within the United States, driving from coast to coast. Rob had a beautiful tenor voice and loved to sing, performing solos while puttering around the house as well as singing with the Yale Glee Club (where he met his wife, Marla), Chorus pro Musica in Boston, and locally with the Canton Choral Society. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. (95 years old). Jerry Springer obituary: talk show host dies at 79 - Legacy.com Upon his retirement, Robert was able to enjoy his true passion, golfing. Even though his life was cut short by his bout with cancer, he still left his entire family with a mountain of treasured memories that will live in their hearts forever. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal.