In Celebration of

Kathleen (Kathy) Elizabeth Barker

April 7, 1936 - May 28, 2020

Passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Thursday May 28th, 2020, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of Douglas for 62 years. Loving mother of Bruce (Gia) and Scott (Joanna). Proud grandma of Leah, Allison, Douglas, Jaxson and the late Benjamin. Kathy graduated from Ryerson with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. She then started working at a daycare center before returning to school to further her education. While living in Waterloo she attended the University of Wilfred Laurier where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts. Her and the family then moved to North Bay and later to Barrie, where she worked for the Ontario Government supervising daycare centers for over 20 years. When she retired, Kathy loved being by the water spending her winters on Hutchison Island in Florida and summers at the family cottage in Muskoka with her friends and family. A Celebration of Life will be held for Kathy in the coming months once COVID19 restrictions will allow for it. Arrangements entrusted to Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca

Guestbook

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Shelley Lancaster (Cottage neighbour)

Entered June 5, 2020

So very sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. I’ll remember her upbeat nature and friendly smile as she popped over to say hello to my parents and later, as we visited on your cottage deck or dock. She always had news of her beloved kids and grandchildren and the comings and goings on the Bay. I can picture her clearly sitting in a lounger on the dock with Doug reading and watching the sunset - an image of her I’ll store in my memory. Your family had so many happy times up north. I hope these memories give you some comfort in the days ahead. Love Shelley and Rick

Cathie (Macey) Tummon (Friend)

Entered June 6, 2020 from Lindsay, ON

I was saddened to read about Kathy’s passing. During my career in child care services in Barrie, I had many contacts with Kathy over the years. She was a wonderful friend - always smiling and positive. She will certainly be missed by so many! My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this sad time.

Greg & Claudie Mutchler (Friends & Neighbours since 1980 (40 years))

Entered June 6, 2020 from Barrie ON

We are truly shocked and saddened by this news. Kathy was a great lady, friend and neighbour who we will miss here and the visits in Florida. Our condolences to Barker and his boys and their families.

Ruth Keffer (Friend, and co-volunteer with Mothercare, Barrie)

Entered June 6, 2020 from Barrie ON

My heartfelt sympathy to Doug and family on the passing of Kathy. We volunteered together for many years. I admired Kathy for her energy and knowledge. So sorry to have lost touch the last few years. We had a lot of fun together. I know how much her family meant to her, and you will all miss her dearly.
Blessings to all,
Ruth Keffer

Diane Anderson (Friend)

Entered June 19, 2020 from Barrie, on

I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. We did exercise together at Vic Village & also at East Bayfield. In Barrie. We had a lot of good chats & good laughs. I always enjoyed her company.
I am so sorry for your loss!

Diane Anderson