Terry Lynn Barker, 64, of Lake Placid went home to be with his Lord on February 16, 2021 at the AdventHealth Hospital in Tampa.  Terry was born on April 6, 1956 in Alliance. Ohio and was the son of Opal Bell (Middleton) and Melvin Barker.  Terry served his country with honors in the US Army.  He has been a resident of Highlands County for most of his life.  Terry was a retired corrections officer with the State of Florida Department of Corrections with 26 years of service.   Terry was of the Pentecostal faith.  He enjoyed time on his computers and loved to be with his family and friends anytime they could get together.  Terry is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Julia, step daughter; Pamela Crutchfield, step son; Tommy Smith, a sister; Janet and two brothers; Bud and Raymond.  In keeping with Terry's wishes, services to celebrate his life will be private for the family.