Christopher Michael Barkley
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Christopher "Chris" Michael Barkley was born on September 20, 1980, in Bellevue, Washington. Chris passed away unexpectedly on January 16th, 2022, but his life left an indelible impact on everyone who knew him. More than anything, Chris loved family, sports, children and pets (especially dogs). His love for others, spirited manner, and hearty laugh drew others to him, and Chris was loved by many.
A graduate of Duncanville High School, Chris went on to graduate cum laude from SMU in 2003 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He decided to pursue a law degree and went ono to graduate from the Southwestern Law School in 2007. He was currently working with the Dallas based law firm McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans, Grinke.
Christopher was preceded in death by his brother, Chad Andrew Barkley. Christopher is survived by parents, Daniel and Cathy Barkley, sister Melanie Cline, niece Elizabeth Cline, and his wife Theresa Barkley. Chris is also survived by numerous Aunts and Uncles: Bill and Marsha Singer, Bryan and Joyce Calhoun, Arlene and Jerry Biebesheimer, Tim and Teresa Barkley, Scott and Carla Barkley, Roger and Kenna Barkley, and numerous cousins.
A public memorial service will be held at 11:00am on March 25, 2022, at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, which is located at 9200 Inwood Rd., Dallas, Texas 75220.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Christopher Barkley Foundation, 3710 Rawlins Street, Suite 1600, Dallas, Texas 75219.