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Mr. Barber was that one teacher, that made a difference for me. I will always remember his kindness.
Jerry Pritchard
February 13, 2021 | Portage, MI


Kalamazoo, Michigan
1937 - 2018
Barber, Thomas Stevens 5/19/1937 - 2/18/2018 Portage Age 80, passed away at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo on February 18, 2018 with his family by his side. Thom was born May 19, 1937 in Petoskey, 5 minutes before his twin brother, to Bernard and Lois (Harrington) Barber. Thom was...
Read MoreMr. Barber was that one teacher, that made a difference for me. I will always remember his kindness.
Jerry Pritchard
February 13, 2021 | Portage, MI
My condolences to the entire Barber family. Mr. Barber was my favorite teacher in high school. The poor guy had to deal with me for three years in his woodworking class. He was very helpful at all times. And he loved to make all of us laugh. I will always have fond memories of him. He never flinched when one of the students cut his finger off on the bandsaw. Mr Barber knew exactly what to do and was very calm. He always knew how to handle a situation. Rest in peace Mr. Barber
Julia Barney-Fonseca
May 29, 2018 | Harker Heights, TX
So sorry to hear the lost of cousin Tom. My mother Lina Lance{Barber} and Thomas dad Bernard were brother & sister. WE were never close to him or Bob. To many miles between us. My sister Charline Patnoude her husband Don use to bowl together on the same team. Bless you and the family. I am 96 hope this comes out ok. Sorry for your lost.
Lyle Lance
February 25, 2018 | Fort Colins, CO | Family
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Barber was a great teacher!
Jerry Pritchard
February 25, 2018
Mr. Barber was my wood shop teacher in high school. I remember him well. He was a fine teacher and a great guy. I'll always have fond memories of him.
Daryl Tomas
February 23, 2018 | Tamarac, FL
I didn't realize at the time, but you were teaching us a lot more than golf in high school, you taught us about life. Thanks Coach! You will be missed.
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Stephen Phelps
February 23, 2018 | Portage, MI
Sorry to say that we will be unable to attend the service for Thom. We are on vacation in Maui. Thom was a good neighbor helping us on several occasions with a smile. Our sympathy to his family
Sandy and BJ
February 20, 2018
Mary Beth - I'm so sorry for your loss.
Connie Postmus
February 20, 2018 | Kalamazoo
Thinking and praying for you, Marilyn, and your family in your time of sorrow.
Classmate of '55 - Donna Lister
February 19, 2018