Todd BARR Obituary
TODD ARNOLD BARR Todd Arnold Barr, born October 31, 1970, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 3, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Kate Huband and their two children, Gabriel and Bella; his mother, Joan and father, Doug (Lee Mink-Barr); his siblings, Sarah Brawley (Maykel), Jay Mink (Ashley) and Marne Wood (John Halsey), sister-in-law, Louisa Huband (Craig Moffat); brother-in-law, Paul Huband; and his nieces and nephews, Harry, Lilly, Michael, Mason, Halsey, Virginia, McIver, Slade, Juliana, Phoebe and Thomas. He was the cherished son-in-law of the late Ann and Michael Huband. Todd grew up in Toronto, attended Jarvis CI and Unionville HS and later graduated from Queen's University (92: BA Human Geography, 98: B.Ed. Outdoor and Experiential Education) and OISE/UT (03: M. Ed. Community Development, Adult Education, Environmental Studies). Todd's passion for community lay at the heart of his professional life, including his work at Taylor Statten Camps, Katimavik, Rural Communities Impacting Policy, Hospice Peterborough, Trent Community Research Centre, Drug Strategy Network of Ontario and Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough. He was an enthusiastic member of the Unitarian Fellowship of Peterborough and held board positions at the Peterborough Community Counselling and Resource Centre and the Peterborough City Soccer Association. A life-long educator, mentor and community builder, Todd touched the lives of many with his tender heart, playfulness, curiosity and wisdom. He taught without preaching and effortlessly drew out the best in people. He embraced life with all of its' imperfections, finding meaning in the most challenging moments, and reminded us that one of life's greatest gifts is connectedness. Todd was at his happiest when outdoors and nature was the main inspiration for his poetry. He had a great passion for music of all genres, and it played an integral role in his life. In his last weeks when words were failing him, music never lost its ability to provide hope and refuge. His zest for life was obvious when canoeing, dancing, coaching soccer or building community. But most of all, Todd cared deeply for Kate, Gabe and Bella whose sorrow lies in the memory of Todd's gentle, loving kindness. Memorial gathering to be held Saturday, April 6th at the HIGHLAND PARK FUNERAL CENTRE, 2510 Bensfort Road, Peteborough. Reception begins at 2pm, ceremony follows at 3 p.m. Donations can be made to Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre and Hospice Peterborough.
Published by The Globe and Mail from Feb. 9 to Feb. 13, 2024.
