Donald Barker
Canadian football official
About Donald Barker
Lived 1929 – 2016 (aged 87). Donald Barker was a Canadian referee.
Donald "Don" Barker (November 29, 1929 – November 22, 2016) was a Canadian CFL referee. He officiated in more than 500 CFL games including 10 Grey Cup finals from 1958 to 1981.
After retiring he was the CFL Director of Officiating and a supervisor from 1985 through 1998. In 1999, he was inducted as a builder into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. He died in 2016, a week shy of his 87th birthday.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Donald Barker?
Canadian football official (1929-2016)
When was Donald Barker born?
Donald Barker was born on 11 November 1929 in Edmonton.
When did Donald Barker die?
Donald Barker died on 22 November 2016.
What was Donald Barker's occupation?
Donald Barker was a referee.
What nationality was Donald Barker?
Donald Barker was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donald Barker. https://biography.guide/donald-barker/
MLA: "Donald Barker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donald-barker/.
Chicago: "Donald Barker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donald-barker/.
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