William Wilkin Barker Jr.

William Wilkin Barker Jr. obituary, New Orleans, LA

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William Barker Obituary

On Monday, July 15, 2013 William Wilkin Barker Jr., age 76, beloved son of the late William Wilkin Barker Sr. and Catherine Chisolm Barker. Brother of Rosemary Campise Mauras (Melvin) and Rita Campise Golemi (Joe). A native of New Orleans, LA and a longtime resident of Alexander City, AL. Bill is survived by sons William W. Barker III (Maritza) and Patrick Timothy Barker; daughters Dana Ann Barker and Carol Barker Logreco (Joey); and stepson Yann Audbert. Bill is the loving grandfather of Ali Logreco, William W. Barker IV and Katelyn Elizabeth Barker. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Bill was a Major in the U.S. Army where he was a pilot. He was also a Major in the Louisiana Air National Guard where he trained helicopter pilots for combat duty in Vietnam. In civilian life, Bill was a commercial airline pilot until his retirement from Southern Airways. Bill was also a dedicated and devoted substance-abuse counselor who dramatically impacted the lives of the many people he counseled, as well as their families. Family and friends are invited the Funeral Mass on Friday July 26 at 1:00pm at Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 11:00am and continue until Mass time. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoencanalstreet.com

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 23 to Jul. 26, 2013.
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I am so sorry about your loss, Bill was a great guy, We Flew a lot of flts together when he was with Sou.Airlines.
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Erv Vogel

July 28, 2013

My heart is with Bill's children, grandchildren and Darlene in their loss. Bill and I shared an endearing friendship that spanned almost three decades. I have such fond memories of the hundreds of domino games he and I played and his attempt to bet me at least once! I've lost a friend who taught me valuable lessons in life...He is at peace.
Dorothy

July 27, 2013

I join the 1.000s who can say to you, family of William "Bill" Barker Jr, he was a most remarkable man! I had honor of knowing him for over 25 years. He impacted so many people in ways you will never fully know. There are countless persons who gained a new life because of the dedication of Bill Barker. He gave himself fully to help his fellow man. God Bless you all ! I pray you find comfort in your memories and knowing what a good man he was. Bill loved so many of us until we could love ourselves. Thank you BILL BARKER.

Jacqueline G

July 26, 2013

Great Loss to the World! For his children my heart goes out to you… He was a remarkable man! I watched him give tireless and passionately to his fellow man and asked for nothing in return. I will never forget the “laugh” of Bill Barker. He is one of the Hall of Fame Men in my life. God grant you peace and rest during this time.. You had a great Dad! Joel G

Joel G

July 26, 2013

I want to send my prayers to you and your family at this time of grievance. God bless you and your family and give you peace.

dee batschelet

July 25, 2013

I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Wiliiam Barker Jr. and I really appreciate the love that he showed for my daughter Maritza when she was sick at Baylors Hospital in june 2010, after she gave birth Wiilliam W. Barker IV. My desire for him to rest in peace and may God rest his soul. J.P. Gonzalez

July 25, 2013

Served under Maj. Barker in the 1960's he was a true Officer and a Gentleman. I have the deepest respect for him. (SFC) Donald J. Mautemps

July 24, 2013

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