OBITUARY
Robert E. Barker
September 17, 1930 – January 5, 2018
Robert Eugene Barker, 87, of Rockford, IL died Friday, January 5, 2018. In a life well celebrated Robert served his country as a U.S. Marine. In 1957, he married Margaret Jari and together shared 58 years while raising their family in a home filled with love. Margaret preceeded him in 2015. Robert was a valued employee at Woodward Governor where he worked for over 35 years in the Jig Bores Dept., where the highest level skilled machinists were assigned. Robert fashioned his life around family and friends. He maintained his longtime friendships with his friends playing in the card club and every Monday bowling at Don Carters. He enjoyed reading and watching westerns and tuning into Molly B. and Big Joe’s polka show. He was most content when surrounded by his family.
Survivors include children, Cynthia (Brad) Hyland, Nancy (Darrin) Mathews, Carol (Alan Dalton) Ousley; grandchildren, Stephanie (Gregg Maske) Peavy, Tommy (Ashley) Castle, Heather (Ot) Molina, Kyle Barker, Bryan (Carmissa Quinlin) Ousley; great-grandchildren, Felix, Lilliana, Brody, Scarlett; loving nieces, nephews, cousins; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert (Laverne), Matt (Carole), James (Lois) Jari; many kind neighbors. Predeceased by parents, wife, sister, Betty Cunningham, niece, Pamela Buchheit
A Life well celebrated Service at 10 a.m. Friday, January, 12, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd., Machesney Park, IL, with visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. Burial following in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Condolences www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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Robert E. Barker
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ADD A MEMORYKarleene Hagerman
January 11, 2018
so sorry for your loss my prayers are with all of you
Terry Podeszwa
January 10, 2018
As a former member of the WG Co., myself, I remember Bob in the Jig Borers. I also remember him as a member of the 25 yr, club. He was a solid worker knowing that he wasn't working so well for the boss, or the CEO, but his dedicated skills were for the Lord. I am sorry for your loss and I pray that the Lord, in his wisdom, grace, & mercy will give you comfort during this time.
January 9, 2018
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11