We regret to advise of the death of Gerald Francis “Gerry” Barker, a resident of Ridgewood Veterans Health in Saint John NB on 10 July 2023 at the age of 93 years. Jerry was a Korean War Veteran.
Gerry was born in Deer Lake NL. Raised in Windsor NL, he worked in the woods at a very young age hauling pulp with the aid of his faithful horse team. Wanting to see the world beyond Newfoundland, he joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1951. Gerry served a full career with the Royal Canadian Engineers for 32 years in Canada primarily with our Field Squadrons and Combat Engineer Regiments and in Germany with 4 Field Squadron. His career included deploying to the Korean War in 1954 with 3 Field Squadron.
Gerry was very active with the Royal Canadian Legion and was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for his many years of exemplary service to others.
There will be no visitation or service at this time. Online condolences can be sent to the funeral home. If you wish to honour Gerry's memory, donations to CARMA Cat Rescue Maritimes, any other animal rescue organization, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
