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Trevor BARKER

2026 · Waikato

Died 13 June 2026Posted 17 June 2026

Passed away, after a brave battle, surrounded by family on Saturday 13 June 2026, aged 81. Loving husband of his soulmate, Terri. The best Dad to Bob and Christine, Mark and Rachel, Tracey and Adrian, and Alex. The choicest Grandad to Kent and Myles, Jason, Anthony and Lissy, Chip, Boo and Emily. A funeral service to celebrate John's life will be held at Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, Te Puna, Tauranga, at 11.00am, Friday 19 June. Followed by a private cremation. The Barker family would like to express their appreciation and thanks to everyone who has been involved in John's care. "A life well lived, a man well loved. Resting now in his new fishing spot x" To view the service by livestream, please visit hopefunerals.co.nz Messages may be sent to the Barker family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, RD6, Tauranga 3176.

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