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John Barder Obituary
Mr. Barder was a native of Wilkes-barre, Pa., and a resident of Hampton since 1955.
He was employed as a general foreman for 40 years with Newport News Shipbuilding. He served four years as a Staff Sgt. for the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He also served as one of the first crew chiefs for the B-47 B Nuclear Bomber.
John and his wife were avid travelers and loved camping. They traveled to nearly every state in the union with their last trip together going to Alaska. John also gave of himself to others, using his carpentry skills to build furniture for family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Joan Barder.
John is survived by one daughter, Nancy Joan Barder of Hampton; two sons, David John Barder (Margie) of San Diego, Calif., and Thomas J. Barder of Dumfries; one sister, Barbara Wert of Croydon, Pa.; three grandchildren, Michael Barder (Jodi) of Williamsburg, Sarah Leake (Rob) of Webster, Fla., and Joshua David Barder of San Diego, Calif.; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at Albert G. Horton Veterans Cemetery and officiated by the Rev. David Barder.
Memorials can be made at the Peninsula SPCA, 523 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 23601.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Joshua Barder
September 16, 2008
Dear Grandpa,
A few weeks ago I was out providing over watch, over a small Iraqi village as it was being searched. A child was playing kick ball with an older man. As the search team made their way trough the village, and past them, they just kept playing. It made me stop and think about how powerful, life lessons are taught in the simplest of moments. I feel that you and grandma have set a standard by which I could learn from. It never mattered what was going on in our lives, or how far apart we were from each other. I always felt that you guys were there to kick the ball back to me, with a card, or a letter or, a phone call. The love that you and grandma shared for each other and for your family is a testament to the quality of people that you were. I have so many fond memories of spending time with you guys, building TPs in the back yard, going on camping trips, or just sitting around the table and listening to stories. I hope you guys know that those stories didn’t fall on young deaf ears. I learned so much about how important family is, and about the joy, and fulfillment, that could be found in being in love with a spouse for a life time. You gave me a great father, who loves God and his family. I am happy that you got to meet baby mike, and got to play with all of your great grand children. They loved spending time with their papa, and sneaking candy off the end table. I wish that I could have come home to see you, but I know you missed grandma and were ready to see her again. So I will miss you and grandma and all the love we shared. I will remember to love my family, be proud of serving my country, and enjoy all the adventures of life.
Love your grandson,
Josh
p.s. Don’t forget to tell grandma about how beautiful Amie is, and if she could send me some tips I probably could use them. Oh one last thing, maybe you could talk to God and see about working out a Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers Super Bowl. That would be fun. Thanks Grandpa, I love you.
Mike Barder
August 31, 2008
Goodbye Grandpa. We'll miss you lots.
Love,
Mike, Jodi, Chantale', Christiana, Alexandria & Michael
Robert Seaford
August 31, 2008
To the John Barder Family,
I had the pleasure of working with John at the shipyard. What a gentleman and a gentle man. I have always had a great respect for him and always will. May God bless you in this difficult time.
david norman
August 30, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Carolynn Bundy
August 30, 2008
Our condolences to you and your family. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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