Clarence Edward “Buck” Barker, 98, of Ashford, WV, departed this life Monday, December 16, 2019 to be in the presence of our Lord.
He was a WWII Army Veteran. Buck retired from Ferro Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio, and was a member of the Chesapeake Freewill Baptist Church.
Buck was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Sallie Barker, brothers, James and Dempsey Barker, and sisters, Alice Smith and Arlenda “Girlie” Barker.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 71 years, Pauline; sister, Minnie Hunter; 20 nieces and nephews and 22 great nieces and great nephews.
Service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 20, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastors Kenneth Samms and Dan Kelly officiating. Burial will follow at Barker Cemetery in Ashford with military graveside honors.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
With deepest sympathy praying GOD will comfort you and your family. May he RIP.
Pauline, we are so sorry to hear of Buck’s passing. Harold’s and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pauline thoughts and Prayers during your time of sorrow