Biography#

Bill Barker was a registered professional engineer and former Community Services commissioner.

Barker was found dead in his bed around 6 a.m. on November 2, 2010, a Sheriff’s official has confirmed. A 40-year-resident of Mission Viejo, Barker, 72, was one of 11 candidates running for three open seats on the 2010 Mission Viejo City Council. It appears Barker died of natural causes, Sheriff’s Department spokesman Jim Amormino said.

Candidacies#

• 2006 Mission Viejo City Council
• 2010 Mission Viejo City Council

Articles and Sources#

• Mission Viejo council candidate death likely from natural causes (November 2, 2010)
• Mission Viejo City Council candidate found dead (November 2, 2010)
• Family, friends honor council candidate who died before vote (November 5, 2010)