Kenneth E. Barco

Kenneth Eugene "Pokey" Barco, 60, of Liberty Boro, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026 at home. He was born June 20, 1966 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Paul Kenneth and Louise Regina (Esack) Barco. Pokey worked for The Camp Hill Pipe Mill for over 30 years and most recently worked at Kennywood in maintenance for 10 years. He was an avid bicycle rider and loved to ride his bike everywhere. Pokey was a nice and quiet soul that mostly kept to himself. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his siblings, Bebe (Frank) Slinski, Paul "Gumby" (Heidi) Barco, and Mary Jo (Anthony "Buck" Wright) Barco; nieces, Robin, Danielle and Shannon; and nephew, Frank Jr. There will be no visitation or services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com