Barber 89, life-long Chatham resident passed away Friday April 26, 2019 which was also his 71st wedding anniversary.
Don is survived by his wife Harriet, daughter Donna(William Navin) of Pittsfield MA , Three grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren all residing in Austin Tx
He is also survived by his beloved sisters Jean Hale of Pittsfield MA and Patricia Rice of New Port Richie FL.
He was predeceased by his sister Marion Cotrell and his son Gary Barber who passed away May 19 .1969
He was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War.
After retirement from Berkshire Farm Center Donald and Harriet lived a full time RV lifestyle.For 20years they traveled throughout the US particularly the Southwest.
Don loved the golfing world. He golfed, worked as a starter,mowed and groomed golf courses in Pittsfield and Tuscon. He had an interest in old coins, read financial magazines cover to cover, dabbled in day trading and when healthy he loved riding his motorcycle .We are passing on his advice to any one who smokes" Quit "
There will be no services at this time. Donations in Don's memory can be made to:
The Texas Childrens Heart Foundation
PO Box 5275
Round Rock TX 78683