Gary W. Barker

Gary Barker passed away on February 13th, 2023, at the age of 89. He was born on September 8th, 1933, in Washburn ME, to Alexander and Lulu (Plissey) Barker and had 10 siblings. After high school he attended the University of Maine and enrolled in The ROTC Program and Educational Studies. Gary graduated from college in 1957. He then enlisted in the Army as a 2nd Lt and rose to the rank of Captain. He Married Joyce (Nutting) Barker in 1955 and they raised 5 children. Soon after, he started his career teaching. Although he worked in a few school systems, he spent the longest time in the Rochester School District, where he retired. He was also very proud of his work in the NH State Board of Education where he worked for several years.  He devoted so much of his time to coaching kids and local politics. Many summers were spent lifeguarding at Milton Town Beach.  He had a passion for running and ran daily. After his retirement Gary moved to Bar Harbor, ME, where he married Joyce (Higgins) Barker. He enjoyed...