Samuel L. Barkley, 86, of Temple died Saturday, 29 October, at his home with his immediate family by his side. Following cremation, private family services will be held.
Sam was born in Hopwood, Pa. to Lawrence and Fanny (Woodward) Barkley. He graduated from Union Town High School in Pennsylvania and worked for the Atchison, Topeka, and the Santa Fe Railway for thirty years.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Helen Barkley; two sons, Lawrence Barkley and Jeffrey Barkley; one daughter Hona Barkley Matthews; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to any veterans' association.
Arrangements under the direction of Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, Temple, TX.