Celebrating the life of
John G. Barber
September 17, 1925 - August 19, 2011
SAVANNAH- John G. "Jack" Barber, 85, died August 19, 2011 at Memorial Health surrounded by family. He was born September 17, 1925 in Savannah GA, and attended Bradwell Institute High School in Hinesville GA. In 1949 he married Marjorie Callaway, also of Hinesville GA, and together they enjoyed 61 years of marriage.
He graduated from North Georgia College in Dahlonega GA and then served in the US Navy during World War II.
He retired in 1991 after 41 years with Union Camp Corporation now International Paper as the Manufacturing Superintendent, Bag Division.
In 1970 the family moved to Wilmington Island and joined the First Baptist Church of the Islands, where he served as a Deacon and in other capacities for over 40 years.
Surviving are his wife, Marjorie Callaway Barber, of Savannah, GA; his daughter and son-in-law, Dale and Bobby Jones, of Savannah, GA; his son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Dawn Barber, of Lexington, SC; his granddaughter and husband, Kimberly and Christopher Anderson, of Savannah, GA; his granddaughters, Brittany, Anne-Marie, and Leah Barber, of Lexington, SC; and his great-grandchildren, Emeline and Gray Anderson.
The family will gather for a visitation and will receive friends from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 21, 2011 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Island Chapel, US Hwy 80, on Whitemarsh Island.
The funeral service will be Monday August 22, 2011 at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of the Islands. The family suggests any remembrances be made in his memory to The Beyond Measure Building Fund at the First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Savannah, GA 31410.
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Our thoughts are with the family. Jack was just a wonderful person and a joy to work with. We last saw Jack at the Union Camp Reunion, and enjoyed talking with him about his love of North Carolina and the times he spent there with the family. Jack will be deeply missed.
- Vickie and Bill Roberson, Bluffton, SC, GA
Dear Jack & Dawn, Mrs. Barber, Dale and families, We were so sorry to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. We so enjoyed the times we saw him in Savannah over the years. We know this is a big loss for you and are sorry we can't be there with you to show you our love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Jeff, Charlotte, Kristen & Megan DePalmo, Charlotte, NC
Dear Marjorie, Dale, Jackie and to all members of Jack's family. When I read the obituaries this morning, Gail and I were very sad to see that Jack had passed yesterday. Although he had suffered and fought a good and long fight, it's always to hard to lose someone you think so much of. Jack was a unique individual who was loved not only by his family and friends, but all those that worked with him during his many years with Union Camp. He was the one person who many of us who wanted to be a better manager, patterned ourselves after. As one person already mentioned, Jack was a Gentleman. Jack was a rare individual and will be greatly missed. Our best to the family, Regards, Charlie & Gail Peacock
- Charles Peacock, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Carl and Sequel Hendricks, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale and family Our thoughts are with you during this time.
- Carl II and Cheryl Hendricks, Guyton, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Take comfort that your Father is in much better hands now.
- diane stotts, columbia, SC
Dear Mrs. Barber, Dale, Jackie and families - I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Charlotte & Luther Bacon
- Charlotte W. Bacon, Pembroke, GA
Dear Mrs. Barber, Jackie and Dale, I am so sorry and sad to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. He was a gentleman that was truly loved and respected by many, including myself. I'll never forget the great times we spent at Moonshine Creek, Friday night cards, New Years oyster roasts and the list goes on and on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you guys. Rick & Pam Branham.
- Rick Branham, Timnath, CO
Our thoughts are with the family. Jack was just a wonderful person and a joy to work with. We last saw Jack at the Union Camp Reunion, and enjoyed talking with him about his love of North Carolina and the times he spent there with the family. Jack will be deeply missed.
- Vickie and Bill Roberson, Bluffton, SC, GA
Dear Jack & Dawn, Mrs. Barber, Dale and families, We were so sorry to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. We so enjoyed the times we saw him in Savannah over the years. We know this is a big loss for you and are sorry we can't be there with you to show you our love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Jeff, Charlotte, Kristen & Megan DePalmo, Charlotte, NC
Dear Marjorie, Dale, Jackie and to all members of Jack's family. When I read the obituaries this morning, Gail and I were very sad to see that Jack had passed yesterday. Although he had suffered and fought a good and long fight, it's always to hard to lose someone you think so much of. Jack was a unique individual who was loved not only by his family and friends, but all those that worked with him during his many years with Union Camp. He was the one person who many of us who wanted to be a better manager, patterned ourselves after. As one person already mentioned, Jack was a Gentleman. Jack was a rare individual and will be greatly missed. Our best to the family, Regards, Charlie & Gail Peacock
- Charles Peacock, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Carl and Sequel Hendricks, Savannah, GA
Dear Dale and family Our thoughts are with you during this time.
- Carl II and Cheryl Hendricks, Guyton, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Take comfort that your Father is in much better hands now.
- diane stotts, columbia, SC
Dear Mrs. Barber, Dale, Jackie and families - I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Charlotte & Luther Bacon
- Charlotte W. Bacon, Pembroke, GA
Dear Mrs. Barber, Jackie and Dale, I am so sorry and sad to hear of Mr. Barber's passing. He was a gentleman that was truly loved and respected by many, including myself. I'll never forget the great times we spent at Moonshine Creek, Friday night cards, New Years oyster roasts and the list goes on and on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you guys. Rick & Pam Branham.
- Rick Branham, Timnath, CO
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
