Christopher Edward Barker

Christopher Edward Barker, age 53, of Cobb County passed away Sunday, July 9^th, 2023, at his residence.

He was born on April 18, 1970, in Rogersville, Tennessee, son of Johnny P. Barker and Joan Prater Barker.

Chris was a former employee of Norfolk Southern as an independent contractor and a computer programmer. He is an alumnus of Southern Tech- Kennesaw State University. Chris was an avid participant in the Key Club, Math Club, and a band member from Wheeler High School. He belonged to the church choir as a soloist at Powers Ferry Methodist Church. Most of his free time was dedicated to computer programming, collecting mustangs, and was a soccer enthusiast.

Tom is survived by his parents, mother, Joan Prater Barker a former Gordon County resident; father, Johnny P. Barker; and one sister Natasha Barker of Ft. Myers, Florida.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday. July 12^th at 2:00 PM from Thomas Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, July 12^th, from the Chapel at Thomas Funeral Home. Following the service Christopher will be taken to the Christian Sells Funeral Home in Rogersville, TN where a graveside services will be conducted on Saturday, July 15^th, at 3:00 PM  at Highlands Cemetery near Rogersville, TN.

You may send condolences to www.thomasfuneralhomecalhoun.com 

Thomas Funeral Home is proud to have been entrusted with the care of Christopher Edward Barker.