Sherman Richard Barker

Sherman Richard Barker, 80, of Van Wert passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Van Wert Manor Nursing Home.  

He was born in Haviland, Ohio on February 23, 1940 a son of Elijah O. & Mildred (Hartzog) Barker, neither of whom survive.  

He is survived by his siblings: Robert (Penny) Barker and Roger (Beth) Barker both of  Van Wert.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by siblings:  Carl Barker, Dorothy (Bob) Webb, Gerald Barker, Helen Doyle. Phyllis Barker, Margie Neeley, and Harry Barker.

Sherman loved bingo, watching westerns, rides in the car and spending time with the family.  He was "King" of blowing kisses at the Manor. 

Services will be 11:00 AM Monday, December 28, 2020 at Brickner Funeral Home.  Viewing at the funeral home 1 hour prior to services on Monday.  Internment will follow in Blue Creek Cemetery in Paulding County.

The family would like memorials to be directed to Van Wert Manor Activity Fund in recognition of the care he was given while at the Manor.

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