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He was born March 31, 1925, to Orvid and Daisy Barbour. Jack was born and raised in the Pee Dee Point section of Elizabeth City County (Hampton) Va. He joined the Hampton Volunteer Fire Company at age 15 and was a Life Member for 68 years. Upon graduating from Hampton High School in 1942, he entered the Apprentice School at the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) (later known as NASA) but left to serve in the U.S. Navy during WW II from 1944 to 1946.
Upon returning to Hampton, he completed his apprenticeship. He retired from NASA as an experimental sheet-metal technician. Much of his craft can be seen at the Hampton Science Museum. He enjoyed many hobbies such as: R/C aircraft, Ham Radio (WB4GXC) and the restoration project of the 1938 Ahrens Fox Ladder Truck HVF Co. He built four 'Home Built' T-18 two passenger aircraft in his garage from scratch. He also built an R/C lawn mower that 'momma' never let him use because of her flowers. He was always building something in his garage.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Arminda (Mindy), his daughter, Catherine J. Collins and brother, O.C. Jr.
He is survived by three sons and their wives, Jack Jr. (Lynn), Jesse (Jane) and Jeff (Lori) and Cathy's husband, Ted; six grand children; five great-grandchildren and his sister, Shirley Donaldson.
Jack's family wishes to express gratitude to the nursing staff at Sentara Careplex and The Mayfair House for the excellent loving and tender care given to 'Daddy Jack' in his last months.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.mem.com to share words of comfort with the family.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept.8, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, where a Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. Interment will follow at Oakland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Diabetes Association, the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Barbour
Brian Rueger
September 10, 2008
Jack Jr., Jesse and Jeff,
I am not sure if I ever met your dad, but if he was anything like you guys, he was a great man. WWII vet too. He will be missed,
Brian
betty lee
September 10, 2008
Jeff & Lori, I am sorry to hear about your father's passing, I know he will be missed and when I saw the picture I remembered about the airplane you told me he builded in the house. Jesse looks so much like him so he will be visable to the family for a long time just look at him. I couldn't believe his age but I guess we all are getting better (smile) I shall always cherish the memories of you and your family, you 3 young men remain close, loving, and caring with your family now and you will be alright.
remember me also,
fond memories betty lee
Jack Brewer
September 10, 2008
I grew up in Pee Dee with Jack and was also a member of HFD. I remember when Jack went into the navy during WW II and his returned home. We had some good times growing up, especially the Hampton River and areas around the River. Jack was a good person and loved his family very much. I would say that his family was his whole life.Jack will be missed by many including myself. Not many of the old Pee Dee gang left these days.
Christi Medice
September 9, 2008
Jeff, Jessie, Jack and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I, also, wish that I had words to comfort all of you at this time. Please know that he will be missed a great deal by so many. He was a great man and it shows by his sons! Please accept my deepest condolences! You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven has another great person! He, your mom and sister will be looking down on you!
Christi Medice
September 9, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Melissa Massengill
September 9, 2008
Mr Jack was a wonderful gentleman, who almost appreciated the small things in life, yet he knew the important things as well. He appreciated a simple cup of coffee with his friends at Chick-fil-a (where I met him) and chats with his friends. As for his discussions with me, he always talked about how proud he was of his boys, and showed sadness over the lost of Catherine (whom he always referred to as "My Girl"). Anyone who had this discussion with him, knew how much he loved his family. May the thoughts of how trully loved you are, help you get through this tough time. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you.
Carla Collins
September 9, 2008
While I was visiting PaPa in the hospital one day he made the comment that he didn't know how people survived without having family to visit and said that he was glad to have all of us around. During these past months I feel like we have become closer and I am sure we have made PaPa, Grandma and my mom proud. I love each one of you and am proud to call you my family :)
Gordon Hazlette
September 9, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Donnie Fromal
September 9, 2008
Jeff,Jessie and jack;
I'am so sorry about your loss,I really enjoyed your dad's visits to the station. He always had a new project or story to keep me and everybody else going. He always had my respect and he will be missed.
Donnie Fromal Station #1
dorian parker-milam
September 9, 2008
Jeff and family-I am thankful for the time I had to be a small part of your family. Both of your parents were very special to me and their memories will always be treasured. Your father's humor and joking always kept me on my toes. Jack was always willing to show off his creative side -I learned about pop-riveting a plane and how to build a wood stove that would heat the entire house to what seemed like 100 degrees.
Your Dad had the biggest grin-usually mischevious.
Glad I have these memories. My thoughts are with you all now and for the road ahead.
Dorian (Parker) Milam
Dan & Brenda Harper
September 8, 2008
Jesse,
Losing a loved one is very difficult. Just remember to cherish your wonderful memories of all the good times you shared with him. We wish you and your family peace and comfort during this hard time.
Steve Johnson
September 8, 2008
Jeff, Jessie and the entire Barbour Family,
Your Dad was and is a good wise man (of course anyone who knew him knew that) I used to love listening to him tell stories around the station. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Please accept the Johnson Family condolences.
Bill Lankford
September 8, 2008
Jesse, Jack Jr., Jeff and family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Jack Sr. represented the highest qualities of a loving and nurturing father and I greatly admired him. The truest evidence of what a great person he was is the way he was a friend to all that met him and the way he raised all of you with kindness, compassion and high family values. His legacy lives on through you all.
September 8, 2008
Jeff,
As the days and weeks pass and you return to your normal routine, my hope is that you are comforted by happy memories of your father. After reading about your father's life, you sound a lot like him. May seeing your father in yourself bring you smiles! My condolences to you and your entire family at this difficult time.
Crystal Hickman, Newport News, VA
Bunny Hardin
September 8, 2008
Jack,
My heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family. I never met your Dad but heard a lot about him from you. After viewing his picture I can see the strong family resemblance. After reading the obituary I can see the strong family inheritance. (building things). My prayers are with you and your family during this trying time and please let me know if I can be of any assistance in any other way.
Bunny
Edd Hodges
September 7, 2008
Jack, Jesse, & Jeff,
My heartfelt sympathies go out to you. I had met your dad once or twice, and felt that he was a great guy, and will be greatly missed. It was my pleasure to know him and you guys as well. Again my condolences to each of you and your families.
Edd
Lynn (Turley) Bell
September 7, 2008
Jeff,
My condolences on the loss of your father. My prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time.
Roxann Gabany
September 7, 2008
Jack, Jesse and Jeff I wish we could say something that would help with the pain from a loss of such a great Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike & Roxann Gabany
Brenda Carter
September 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will miss "Daddy Jack" and our frequent phone conversations. He was truly one of a kind. Find comfort in knowing that you were all there for him, and he knew that. Now he and Mindy and Cathy are together again. Always, Brenda Carter
Scott Haymans
September 7, 2008
To Jack,Lynn and Family,
I would like to express our deepest condolences to you all during this time of sorrow. I'm sure your Dad would like the celebration of his life and many accomplisments that will be expressed in the next few days. Your Dad should be proud of the way he lived his life. The values of Service to Country as well as Community Service that he passed on to his children and grandchildren will be a legacy that has made him very proud. Im sure he had a wonderful sense of humor, after all, Jack Jr, you surely couldn't come up with all that stuff without some help.Praying for you and your family,
Sincerly
Scott and Michelle Haymans
Wilford Hale
September 7, 2008
My condolences to the entire Barbour family. I am sure he will be missed by his family and also his long-time friends. I pray that I was one of the friends.
Wilford R. "Boots" Hale
Retired Hampton Fire Department
Now living in Cape Coral, FL
I remain always,
Boots
Carl Hamilton
September 7, 2008
Mr. Jack Barbour SR.
Jack was a mentor and great friend to me. I was his replacement at NASA so he said. We both shared the same thoughts and feelings about how aircraft were to be built stronger, lighter, and with the use of mechanical fasteners. Jack said he would be able to retire as soon as he got me trained. Eight to ten years later he was still training me. What a wonderful man. We laughed and joked and to hear his laugh was a delight. His skills were beyond the best. He had idea’s that if NASA would have incorporated then, would be beyond were we are today. Gone are that kind of skills he possessed. He was an artisan and I am honored to have known Jack and to have worked with him.
Carl Hamilton
Danielle Jackson
September 7, 2008
My heart goes out to your family at this time and in the days ahead.
Susan Carmines
September 7, 2008
Jesse, did you graduate at Kecoughtan High in 1969? If so, then I was in your class. I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's death. I am Susan Carmines (Matthews/Eley) Give your Mother my regards. Susan
Dale Bliss
September 7, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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