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Gold Prospectors of the Rockies Obituary

In Memory of Kenneth Barker October 14, 1943 -- October 30, 2003 (CLICK TO ENLARGE)       It is with a sad heart that I must announce the passing of my good friend, fellow club member, and Vice-President of the Gold Prospectors of the Rockies (GPR), Ken Barker. Ken passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 30.        He had been married to his wife Jackie for 38 years. They had three children, Michael, Christopher, and Nicole, and three grandchildren.        He also was a member of Lost Dutchman's Mining Association, Gold Prospectors Association of America, and Gold Prospectors of Colorado. He had been a long-time member of the Gold Prospectors of the Rockies and became Vice-President of the GPR in January 2003. He also was Chairman of the Demonstrations Committee and was responsible for having organized numerous panning demonstrations for public organizations. His efforts brought the club's name and activities to the public eye through newspaper articles and television appearances.        Graveside services were held on Thursday, November 6, at 3:00 p.m., at Fort Logan National Cemetery (North-west Gate), 3698 South Sheridan Blvd. Reception following services were at the Barker family home.        The family is requesting no flowers. If you wish to make a donation to the American Heart Association in Ken's name, you can send your check to the GPR at P.O. Box 621988, Littleton, CO 80162-1988. Our treasurer will collect the donations and deliver them to the American Heart Association.        Ken's contribution to this club played a major role in the success we have enjoyed this year. His involvement in the gold prospecting hobby had been a true labor of love. To say he will be missed by all is an understatement.        Ken's article for the "VP's Corner" was sent to the newsletter editor just days before his passing and appears in its entirety in the November 2003 edition of The Gold Nugget.        Although there will be an empty chair at the club meetings, Ken's legacy of gold prospecting will remain. It is the responsibility of each club member to carry on that legacy and keep the memory of Ken alive for years to come. Gary Hawley, President Gold Prospectors of the Rockies

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