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Joel Barber Obituary
Joel Allen BARBER Jr. Joel Allen Barber Jr., 81, of Mount Vernon, passed away April 8, 2011. Born in Spokane to Joel Allen and Katharine (O'Neill) Barber, he was raised in Seattle, graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1947. He received his bachelor's degree from Western Washington University; Master's in Education Administration from Seattle University; Master's in General Administration from Stanford University; and his Doctorate in Education Administration from the University of Washington. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Antonnia; son Joel Barber III of Mount Vernon; daughter Sheli Barber (Jerry) of Mercer Island; and two grandsons, Tyler and Aidan Cardoso. Dr. Barber served the Seattle Public Schools in supervisory and science positions from 1953 to 1983, and was an Army reserve officer from 1949 to 1978. He also hosteda weekly science program, "Science is Fun" for junior high school students on Channel 9 for two years. After retiring from the school system, he served for 16 years as an accountant for Toni Barber Travel, Inc. A Celebration of Life will be held at Eaglemont Golf Club in Mount Vernon on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 1:00 pm. You may share your memories of Joel, and sign his online guest register atwww.kernfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the care of Kern Funeral Home.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Janet Little
January 15, 2024
I was in his 8th grade science class in 1955. Great science teacher. We learned first aid and his method of teaching was easy to understand. He also was in Roosevelt High when my husband was a sophomore in Science and math classes. Mr Barber has a great background and was a dedicated educator. Rest in Peace Mr Barber from your student who is now 82 years old. Janet Little
April 18, 2011
Toni,Sheli, and J.B.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Joel was an honest up-standing caring man that anyone would have been proud to call friend. He will be missed by but not forgotten. Day by Day it gets easier. Tracye
Bob Crosetto
April 17, 2011
I did my student teaching under Joel at Catherine Blaine Jr. High in Magnolia. He was a great mentor and coach to me and we became great friends. Joel had great rapport with his students and we often played basketball with them. I have many fond memories of our time together and I'm sure he has many former students who feel the same way.
Glen & Penny Jacobson
April 16, 2011
Toni, Sheli and Joel; Our deepest condolences to all of you. We really enjoyed Joel's company and visits and wish the very best for your families future.
Penny and Glen Jacobson (Camano Island)
Barb &Tom Thommen
April 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patty Graham
April 14, 2011
My condolences, sweetie. He was a very impressive looking man! Never got to meet him or your mom, but they had a wonderful daughter! Tight hug!
From Patty (Graham) Turpin, Longview, Wa.
Steve Marriott
April 14, 2011
Toni, Sheli and Joel. My deepest condolences to your family. You can rest assured that he is in a much better place without pain. Perhaps I will get to meet him. Be well and stay in touch.
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