Harry Barker

In Gratitude to God for the Life of Harry Paul Barker

April 25, 1974 - August 30, 2013


Harry Paul Barker, a resident of Round Rock, Texas, peacefully passed away Friday, August 30, 2013, at the age of 39.
Harry was born in Vernal, Utah to Norma and Jerry Barker. Because his dad was in the Navy, the family moved many times throughout the United States. In 1980 the family settled in Austin where Harry graduated from Johnston High School.
Harry loved people. Customer service was Harry's gift. He worked in many differentleadership positions at various companies in the Austin area.
He was a selfless, dedicated and loving husband, father, and son. He had a great sense of humor and
was quite the prankster. Harry was compassionate, empathetic, and wise beyond his 39 years. An aficionado of all things related to Star Wars, Harry collected all types of memorabilia. He enjoyed
playing games with his online XBOX friends and with his boys. He loved watching football,especially
Notre Dame and the 49ers. Most of his life Harry has collectedMarvel and DC comic books. He has passed all these passions to his sons.
Harry said his life becamecomplete when he met Lauren Gabbart, the love of his life. He was thrilled
when she became Lauren Barker. Harry and Lauren were best friends and had a strong, God-centered
marriage.
Harry is survived by his wife Lauren, sons Damen Paul and Robert Dean, parents Norma and Jerry
Barker, and sister Kim Warburton.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Grace Presbyterian Church for the Barker family.