Derek Barber Obituary

Derek L. Barber NORFOLK - Derek L. Barber, 56, of the 400 block of Wellman St., passed away Nov. 4, 2009. A native of Belhaven, N.C., Derek retired as an AC/refrigeration mechanic with the Norfolk Navy Public Works after 26 years of service. Derek was a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church in Norfolk and was also a member of Progressive Lodge No. 80 F & AM, PHA. Derek graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Derek was predeceased by his parents, Henry M. and Charity Barber. He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Shayla Barber, Sherea Barber and Cicely Jenkins; four sisters; two brothers; grandfather, Henry R. Barber; three grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. A funeral will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11, at noon in the United House of Prayer for All People, 4426 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, with the Apostle C.M. McClain presiding. Interment will follow in Roosevelt Memorial Park. The family will receive relatives and friends for remembrance and visitation Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Royal Courtyard, 329 Birchwood Park Drive, Virginia Beach, 23452. Beach Funeral Services is handling arrangements. You may offer condolences to the family online at www.beachfuneralservices.com. Kevin A. Sanderlin, funeral director.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 9, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Derek Barber

10 Entries

Velgene Eastman

November 16, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Erwin Hamlin

November 16, 2009

One of the greatest times l had with my cousin Derek was at the Belhaven Alummi dance we had a good time together, l miss Derek alot and will love him always.

Kim Walden

November 10, 2009

To the Barber Family,
May God give you peace during this time of bereavement. I worked side by side with Barber for many years. Anyone who worked with him will tell you he loved what he did. He is truly missed.
Kim

Sabrina Scott

November 10, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

November 9, 2009

To the Family of our Brother of the Prince Hall Family, I am truely sorry to hear of your lost. May your Faith in the Almighty comfort and console your heart during this time of sorrow. God's blessings will see you thru.

Juneifure Watford Vaughan (Pride of Hampton # 150 OES)
Hampton, VA.

November 9, 2009

Tammy Hurling

November 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pastor Clarence Everette

November 9, 2009

From our family to your family we submit our sincere condolences. My wife's (Kathy) family, (Rogers of 28th St.) and my family have known Derek for a long time. Derek and I went to school together (BTW), and we also worked together at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, where I am still working. I pray the wonderful blessings of God to consumn this family as they celebrate the awesome life of Derek. Jake

Johnny Meritt

November 9, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Clarence Blow

November 9, 2009

To The Barber Family,
Truly God saw it best to remove another cured soul from his vineyard, and called him home. We are going to miss Derek's memories, his presence and his fun and laughter, we were co-workers at the NOB for so many years, Be encouraged God will take care of you.

Rev. Clarence E Blow Sr.

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