William (Travis) Barker
September 21, 1972 - May 21, 2019
Travis Barker, age 46, unexpectedly passed away May 21, 2019 after suffering a heart attack. He was born September 21, 1972 in Salt Lake City, Utah and adopted a few days later by William F. (Bill) and Elizabeth (Beth) Craven Barker. Beth died in 1983. Travis’ father married Joleen D. Standing in 1984. Travis grew up in a loving family in Bountiful.
He married Heather Ann Dana on August 27, 1994. They later moved to Park City.
Travis graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelors degree and worked successfully for many years in the telecommunication industry, earning several awards and trips for top sales achievements.
Travis felt most alive and at peace in nature. His favorite quote is memorialized on a bench above his home in Summit Park, Utah, where his ashes will ultimately be laid to rest. It reads, “The mountains are calling and I must go.” John Muir
Travis will be missed by many and remembered as a charming, funny, sensitive, adventurous guy. To spend time with Travis meant smiling, laughing and leaving with some good memories and, very often, a belly full of smoked meat.
Travis loved to be active. His favorite pastimes alternated obsessively and seasonally over the years between playing sports, camping, hiking with his dog, Tilly (with and without friends), mountain biking, road biking, resort skiing, back country skiing and most recently riding motorcycles both in the mountains and flying on the road with his most cherished possession the BMW adventure bike named Greda. Travis looked forward to trips with the “guys” and weekend touring with friends that created several of the best memories of his life.
Travis also enjoyed traveling with his wife and friends. Some of his favorite and most recent trips included Boston, Chicago, Alaska, the Oregon coast and Hawaii. Travis often commented on how living in the mountains was like being on vacation. He loved his home and spending time with his wife, watching the moose and other wildlife wander through.
Travis always had a great desire to find his birth parents and was successful last year; eleven months was all the time they had together, but the connections were deeply cherished during the short time he had with them. He is survived by his birth mother Pamela (Kevin) Thompson; birth father Joseph M. (Diane) Jacobs Sr.; and a most beloved friend and half-brother Joseph M. (Vernina) Jacobs, Jr.
Travis was preceded in death by his father Bill and mother Beth, by his loving grandparents, many aunts and uncles, and brother-in-law Gary Mitchell. He is survived by his wife Heather Dana Barker, brother Eric F. (Tammie) Barker, stepmother Joleen D. Barker, stepbrothers Michael D. (Vicki) Standing, Matthew D. (Lyn) Standing; stepsister Cynthia D. Mitchell (Steven) Cox, many cousins, nieces, nephews, and brothers and sisters-in-law who loved him dearly.
A celebration of Travis Barker’s life will be held Tuesday, June 4, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Starks Funeral Parlor located at 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84106. Guests are encouraged to use the complimentary valet parking on the north side of the building.
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Heather we are so sorry for your loss and you are constantly in our prayers. Travis was an amazing brother to say the least. I always looked up to him being his younger brother. Growing up I remember wanting to be just like him and him being such a positive role model to me. I can truly say despite Travis passing away so young, he accomplished so many things. He lived life to its fullest and made the most out of life. You were such a blessing in his life and always being so supportive of his dreams and aspirations. We love you and are so thankful for the amazing wife you are to him. I love you big bro and will miss you more than you will ever know.
We will miss Travis very much. From goofing around at family parties to making bets about football games, I always had a good laugh with him. We are so grateful for you, Heather, and for Travis in our lives and giving us a smile and something to look forward to each holiday. We love you both very much and are excited to all have a sweet reunion one day.
We are going to miss Travis and his fun sense of humor! He had the ability to make everyone around him laugh and smile. He was such a great example to us and will never be forgotten. We are blessed to call him our uncle and you our aunt. We are so sorry for your loss, Heather! Travis will be so missed. Praying for peace and comfort for you during this time. We love you!
What a shock hearing of the passing of Travis at a young age and in such great shape! The van Uitert family love Travis and the time he spent at our home during his high school years and beyond. He was such a character with a mischievous personality who made us laugh...Basketball games at the side of our home with Todds's group of competitive friends was always great fun for the boys. It's been a long time since visiting with Travis and wish I could have reminisced with him just one more time, he never failed to entertain! I remember hearing about his engagement to Heather and how happy he was to marry....you are his forever love Heather! So sorry for your loss, hang on to those memories! Unfortunately, Ray and I are unable to attend the service for sweet Travis...we love you both and wish you peace.. Love, Ray and Karen van Uitert
Dear Heather, It is with a heavy heart that we learned of Travis passing. We so loved meeting with him and you at the Century 21 vacation in Maui. It was by far our favorite event to be with you two and spend some time around the pool. We were looking for many years of association as couples, and feel your loss at this time. We need to remember to "hug" all those around us at all times, because we know that our time together is limited. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Dearest Heather, My words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after learning about the death of your beloved Travis. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you had and my thoughts are with. Wishing you peace.
I’m sorry for your loss is very sad life is though what can you RIP God bless your family we are all in line
For Travis' loved ones, We appreciated his lovely, thoughtful obituary. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and we hope you find comfort in knowing that God cares about your grief; "Throw all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." 1 Pet. 5:7
Heather...we are so sorry for your loss. We know that your heart must be aching and we pray that you will feel the love and prayers of old neighbors, good friends and family.
Dear Heather and Barker Family, Our deepest sympathies & condolences, we don’t know what to say except that we love you. We can’t understand exactly how you feel, but God does and will keep raising you up. We hope that our prayers will help a little.” May the comforting words recorded in Psalm 147:3 bring a measure of consolation.
Dear Barker Family: I met Travis in November of 1991. We were roommates in the MTC. We became instant friends. I really loved Travis and his zest for life and humor. I would run into him over the years at U of U football games or on our bicycles. He was always friendly, kind, quick with a handshake and a hug. I will miss him. This is a great loss. My condolences to your family. May God comfort you. David S. Bridge
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