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It is with regret to report that Chief Officer (SE) David Barker (retired) Crossed the Bar on Sunday 15th March 2026. The funeral will be held at Weston-Super-Mare crematorium (BS22 9NY) at 12:30 on Thursday 9th April. Friends and ex colleagues are welcome to attend.
Our sincere condolences to Tricia and family. RIP
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