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Kenneth Barbour Obituary

HAMPTON - On November 28, 2014, Kenneth E. Barbour fell asleep trusting in his Savior to awaken him on the resurrection day. He is survived by his loving wife, Olethia "Ernestine" Barbour and two daughters, Ann McCloud and Carol Barbour. A funeral service will be held 12 noon, Thursday, December 4, 2014 at Calvary Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1200 -17th Street, Newport News, VA. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1-7pm Wednesday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Thursday. O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Published by Daily Press on Dec. 2, 2014.
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Mrs. Barbour,
So very sorry to learn of the death of your husband. I know that he is in the hands of His Lord and Master. I am sending prayers and blessings to your family.

Phyllis M. Chatman
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
1960/2nd Grade Class

December 8, 2014

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

T Griffin

December 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this hard time.

E Hairston

December 7, 2014

Dear Olethia, Bill and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of Kenny. He was sure a good friend as well as you and will be missed dearly. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Bill and Lorraine Carl

December 7, 2014

I was sorry to hearing of my dear former co-worker's passing. He was one of the kindness gentlemen I ever known. I pray that the family will continue to trust the Lord in this time of your bereavement. He will truly be missed.

Irevia Marshall

December 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charles and Barbara Pinnell

December 5, 2014

I am so sorry my thoughts and prayers goes out to the Barbour family Bro. Barbour was a kind, generous, and thoughtful man who was greatly admired and loved by all he will be truly missed.
William H. Bartlett Jr.

December 5, 2014

Dear Mrs. Barbour,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. He was a such a nice man and very proud of our neighborhood. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
The Anderson Family

December 4, 2014

To the Barbour Family our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Sincere condolences from Brother Talton, Mary, Denise and Clarence Jr.

Denise Talton-Austin

December 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the Barbour family.
The Bartlett and Johnson family

December 3, 2014

Our heart goes out to the Barbour Family. Bro. Barbour was a kind, generous, and thoughtful man who was greatly admired by many, loved by all. His service to God and man will be remembered and cherished through this lifetime. His place will be missed by all. He sleeps until the first call.

Richard & Sylvia Bennett

December 3, 2014

Kenny is a great friend and it was a pleasure working with him many years ago . I always looked forward to our monthly meals and seeing him and Ernestine . Kenny brought smiles to many people and we will miss him very much . Love Ann and Charlie Nolen

December 3, 2014

So sorry for the the loss of this wonderful person and friend.

Barbara and Dave Barringer

December 3, 2014

Ernestine and Family
You both were there when I lost my sister Vernia Crocker and your comforting acts never wavered. No one knows the personal pain you bear, but please always know that you have friends who care. Blessings to your family.
Mike and Brenda Graves of Hampton

December 3, 2014

In deepest sympathy, I submit this message to the Barbour family. Kenneth will always be remembered for his total service to our Savior, his kindness, his ability to make you laugh and his wisdom. He will be dearly missed.

Dale Robinson

December 3, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sonia & Rita Gingles & Lydell

December 2, 2014

I didn't know Mr. Barbour but I know Mrs. Barbour. I'm sure that he had to be a very special man since he was married to Mrs. Barbour. We love you, Mrs. Barbour . We're sorry that Mr. Barbour has passed. We're sending sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Love,
Fred and Sandy Penfield

Fred and Sandy Penfield

December 2, 2014

I worked with Kenny at the Shipyard for many years, and we had a mutual admiration for each other. I will miss seeing him at the monthly retirees dinners. God bless you.

PJ and Susanne Mendola

December 2, 2014

We are holding you in prayer, Sis. Barbour, Carol and family. Elder Barbour was a kind, caring, and funny man who had the most infectious laugh and he will truly be missed by us all. May God give you peace and strength as you go on day by day.

The Robinson and Shade Families

Karen & Larry Shade

December 2, 2014

He was a wonderful man & will be missed.

Marvin Barnes

December 2, 2014

Sis Barbour and Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Elder Barbour hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nailah Pruitt

December 2, 2014

Mrs. Barbour and Carol I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Bro. Barbour. He was a wonderful man and a great role model to us all at the church. He will be truly missed.My family and I will keep you in our prayers.God Bless.

Ollie Elazier Jr.

December 2, 2014

As you go through this time of grief may you find comfort in knowing that you have a church family that cares and is here for you. May God give you peace. Take care. Verna Beckford and Family

Verna Beckford

December 2, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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December 2, 2014

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