Darren Barker Family

Darren Barker was a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend. After a long battle with severe sleep apnea, his life was tragically cut short. One afternoon at home, while relaxing in his recliner, Darren fell asleep and stopped breathing, suffering a cardiac arrest. The lack of oxygen caused irreversible brain damage, and he never regained consciousness.

Darren leaves behind his two sons, Braxten (12) and Caiden (8) and his beloved wife, Duana, with whom he shared 13 beautiful years of marriage and 15 years of unwavering love with. Together, they built a life full of joy, laughter, and devotion to their boys. Now, Duana faces the heart-wrenching task of raising Braxten and Caiden without their father—a journey filled with challenges, but also with the determination to honor Darren’s legacy by providing the life he dreamed for his family.

For Braxten and Caiden, growing up without their father is going to be incredibly difficult. Darren was their hero, their guide, and their biggest cheerleader. Duana is committed to raising them in a way that Darren would be proud of, ensuring that their childhood is filled with opportunities, stability, and love.

The road ahead will bring financial hurdles, including medical expenses, therapy/grief counseling, health insurance, car insurance and everyday living costs, as well as future needs like braces and extracurricular activities and sporting fees. These are the things Darren worked so hard to provide, and now we have the chance to come together and support his family in his absence.

Please join us in wrapping this sweet family in love and support. Every prayer, kind word, and donation will help Duana, Braxten, and Caiden as they navigate this unimaginable loss and rebuild their lives. Together, we can honor Darren’s memory and ensure his boys grow up with the opportunities and love he always wanted for them.

Thank you for your generosity, compassion, and continued prayers for this beautiful family.