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James BARR Obituary
1922 – 2013
On Tuesday January 1, 2013, Jimmy Barr died peacefully in his sleep after five weeks in the Misericordia Hospital.
He leaves behind his brother George of Wales, son George (Isabelle) of Calgary, granddaughter Alison Barr of Vancouver, daughter Marg Barr of Edmonton and granddaughter Meaghan Becker (Codey) of Edmonton.
He was born on February 26, 1922 in Glasgow, Scotland and came to Edmonton in 1958.
He was predeceased by his wife May in 1995.
Jimmy was a highly respected and well-loved Obstetrician and Gynecologist in Edmonton from 1958 to his retirement at age 70. He was a keen gardener, sailor, woodworker and enjoyed walking his dogs. He found much pleasure in helping his family with projects around home and yard and loved to spend time with his granddaughters. Jimmy took great pride in his beautiful flower garden, sharing cuttings and knowledge with many friends and neighbours.
A Memorial Service will be held for Jimmy on Saturday January 19 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Paul's United Church at the corner of 116 Street and 76 Avenue, Edmonton.
Donations in memory of Jimmy can be made to Habitat for Humanity, 8210 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, T5B 1G5 or through their website at www.hfh.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
15 Entries
Dean Gamber
March 16, 2013
Marg and Family,
Know that your father will live on with you: he lives with you sometimes with your actions, your words, in your thoughts but mostly in your heart. I send you my thoughts and prayers.
Gord Young
January 19, 2013
Dr. Barr impressed me as warm, intelligent, kind man that touched my heart. I miss him.
Carol Dansereau
January 18, 2013
Dear Marg, I was so sorry to see your Dad has passed away. It reminded me of how wonderful your parents were to me an out of province student and then also Bob during our University Days. The only sailboat ride I have ever had was with your Dad out at your cabin. What a wonderful memory to have all these years later. He was a very special man.Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Take care....Carol and Bob Dansereau
January 15, 2013
Our sincere condolences, Marg. We hope that your many loving memories will give you strength in coping with your huge loss.
Kathy Turnbull & Tom Villett
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Gail McIlvride
January 12, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Barr family. Dr. Barr was my doctor for many years until his retirement. He delivered my son and daughter 44 and 46 years ago and saw me through miscarriage's. He was the most kind and gentle person. I would see him at the Riverbend Safeway and always had a nice chat with him. I know he will be missed by many.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Gail McIlvride
Brenda Meding
January 12, 2013
I will always remember our times at the lake, Dr. Barr's humor, his sherry, his sailing, his gardens, getting rocks out of the water ..... and so much more. He was a very special man. In addition, he delivered my niece and nephew ..... he will be remembered. We send our love to Marg, George and families
Katie Soles
January 10, 2013
Marg, so sorry to learn of this great loss. Your dad and Dr. Boyd perfected a compassionate, innovative and patient centred health model -one that influenced many younger practitioners. He was a real treat. My thoughts are with you.
Mary Lou Dodd
January 7, 2013
I was a patient of Dr. Boyd's and Dr. Barr delivered my oldest son one bright shiney day after he walked his dog at the U of A 28 years ago. He and Dr. Boyd were just wonderful men who contributed greatly to medicine in the Edmonton area after they immigrated. They worked so well together. Dr. Barr was so gentle and kind. He always warmed up his speculum just right which many doctors do not.What a professional! He will be missed.
Starr Curry
January 7, 2013
Marg I did not know your father was a doctor and as you know I have his desk in my living room
I know your dad was enjoying his seniors apartment very much and my thoughts are with you . Linda Thorne is my keep in contact person thank heavens.
Starr Curry
January 6, 2013
My condolences to the Barr family.
Dr Barr delivered my daughter 37 years ago. I will always remember him as a gentleman.
Sattie Rupnarain,
Edmonton,alberta.
January 5, 2013
He was a generous,compassionate neighbor,friend,mentor,confidant who enriched our lives and those of all who knew him.
Gene and Marg; Jim and Lucia Barabash
Charlene Waugh
January 5, 2013
He was a "Renaissance Man" before the term was even coined and a gentle soul. Marg and Meaghan, George and family - my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Shelley McColl
January 5, 2013
Marg & George,
I am so sad to hear of your father's passing. He was such a lovely, gentle soul who cared deeply for everything in life. I will always fondly remember him from the lake taking care of his beautiful flowers and saving cookies for my dogs that seemed to go over regularly for visits. He will be missed by many.
Beverly Becker-Simmons
January 5, 2013
very wonderful gentle man... thank you for your help having my two special daughters-with Dr Boyd. you 2 were amazing.
Mary Bronson
January 5, 2013
I worked for Dr. Barr for 25 years and came to know him as a kind and gentle man. My daughter had a little crush on him and when she was 4 years old made him a mouse out of a small pebble and attached ears and whiskers. That pebble was still on his desk years later even though the ears and whiskers were long gone. We're going to miss him.
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