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Richard Barber Obituary
Preceded in death by wife, Linda Cooper Barber; father, William Allen Barber; mother, Frances Elizabeth Wells Barber and brother, Donald O. Barber.
Survivors include brother, William George (Betty) Barber Sr. of Venice, FL; sister, Mary Ann (Alvin) Martin of Murfreesboro, TN; several nieces and nephews.
Richard was a dedicated husband and cherished his family, friends and Colleagues.
In lieu of flowers, he asked that you donate to an Animal Shelter affected by the flood area in our State or to the American Cancer Society of Knoxville, TN in his name.
Condolences may be offered at www.mccartyevergreen.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Bill Copeland
January 4, 2025
Rick was a football teammate of mine for many years in Shelbyville and we worked together for a short time at the Training Table for University of Tennessee athletes at Knoxville. We were also roommates for a while when we both attended school at the University of Tennessee. He was a gentleman, was smart and good friend. We had many good times together. Although I have not seen Rick in several years, we talk on the phone and I will miss him. RIP my friend.
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McCarty - Evergreen Funeral Home
December 19, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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