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John BARR Obituary


Family-Placed Death Notice

BARR, John John A. Barr, 62, of Hapeville, died Thursday, June 28 of heart disease. He is survived by his wife Sheila Barr. He is predeceased by son John Austin Barr, Jr. He is survived by his ex-wife Ruth A. Barr and his children Anne Cruz (Nelson) and Angela Hays (Joshua). He is survived by daughters Melissa Williams, Mitzi Wimberly and Maigan Wimberly. Grandchildren include Chris, Nick, Joshua, Blake, Elijah, Elissa, Dylan, Bria and Cameron. A memorial service will be held Saturday June 30 at 1pm at Hapeville First Baptist Church. Atlanta Mortuary Service 404-355-6908.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jun. 29, 2012.

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June 30, 2012

With deepest sympathy to the Barr family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

Jo Anderson

June 30, 2012

I knew John when I worked in the Hapeville area and I knew him to be a good business man. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Brittany (Rev. 21:4)

June 29, 2012

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

Jody DiPasquale

June 29, 2012

My deepest sympathy. All of Johnny's family has been on my heart. My prayers are with you, May, God give you His love, to help you through this difficult time.

Sara Margaret Patterson

June 29, 2012

My love and deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers.

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