Ernest G. Barker Jr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ernest G. Barker Jr. in Council Bluffs, Iowa, born in Glendale, California, who passed away on September 8, 2025, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Ernest leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Ernest may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Barker and Julie Zikas Barker; and his sister Rita Paproski. He is survived by: his daughters, Stacey Smith (Kip) and Tammy Barker; his grandchildren, Kip Jr. and Ashley; and his sister Ernestine Murray (Jim) of Council Bluffs, Iowa..
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Korisko Larkin Staskiewicz Funeral Home (5108 F St, Omaha, NE 68117). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 3:30 PM at the Omaha National Cemetery (14250 Schram Rd, Omaha, NE 68138).
