Obituary of John Hayden Barker II
John Hayden Barker II was born on September 15, 1967 in Toledo, Ohio to John Hayden Barker and the former Arietta Burnell Cruise. John was a 1985 graduate of Bedford High School in Temperance, Michigan. He proudly served his country, joining the United States Army at the young age of seventeen. John was employed by Johnson Controls Interior Molding as a machine operator for eight years, a job he truly loved. A talented cook, he also worked for various restaurants in Monroe, Michigan. His passion for cooking extended to the home, where he would prepare his specialty, chicken parmesan, for his family.
On April 9, 2005 John was joined in marriage to the former Laurie Ann Robinson at the North Monroe Street Church of God. They would be blessed with one son and one daughter. John cherished spending time with his children, whom he adored.
John carefully studied the Bible and other Christian texts. He had done extensive research on the Beatitudes in the Gospel of Matthew, particularly the Sermon on the Mount. A member of Lifeline pro-life group, he was instrumental in organizing the National Day of Prayer in Monroe.
John never missed an episode of “America’s Got Talent” and also enjoyed action movies, especially the Marvel and Star Wars series. He was excited and proud to have recently received his Ham Radio license. A quiet but friendly person, John, was very giving and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. His employment and activism led him to meet many people throughout the area and everyone loved him.
John Hayden Barker II, age 53, of Monroe, Michigan passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021. His passing was preceded by his parents.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife: Laurie Ann Barker; son: Hayden Barker; daughter: Aubrianna Barker; sister: Kimberly (Bradford) Mullin; half-sisters: Amanda (Deepak) Ariga, Ashley (Andrew) Spurlock, and Chelsey Delmotte, mother in-law: Nancy Robinson, brother in-law: Allen (Serena) Robinson; nephews: Christopher Kurek, William (Katie) Robinson, and Gabe Robinson; and nieces: Emily Kurek and Christa Robinson.
Friends may gather on Monday, August 30, 2021 from 11:00am until 12:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe, 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185. A Worship Service Celebrating His Life, also at Merkle’s, will begin at Noon followed by a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery in Monroe for burial.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to John’s children care of Laurie A. Barker or at any Monroe County Community Credit Union location. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.