Donald K. Barr

Funeral services for Mr. Donald Keith Barr will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Simmesport, with Reverend Gilbert Barr officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Masonic Cemetery, Simmesport, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville.

Mr. Barr, 75, of Simmesport, entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Donald dedicated over forty-eight years of faithful service as a correctional officer at Louisiana State Penitentiary (Angola), where he ultimately retired as Assistant Warden. Throughout his long and respected career, he was known for his leadership, commitment, and steady presence.

Outside of his work, he found great joy in life's simple pleasures. Donald was a devoted fan of LSU Tigers football and enjoyed watching baseball and all sports. An avid hunter and true outdoorsman, he felt most at home in nature. He also had a love for music and could often be found playing his guitar and singing for family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Barr Sr., and Dorothy Barr; two brothers, James Barr and Louis Barr; and one grandson, Thaddeus Barr.

Those left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory include his loving wife, Sally Barr of Simmesport; five sons, Jamie Barr (René), Derek Barr (Charlene), Lance Barr, Micah Barr (Codie), and Aaron Barr (Crystal); three daughters, Jennifer Thibodeaux (Joseph), Kristin Modena (Connor), and Lesleigh Vines (Maxie); four brothers, Gilbert Barr, Joseph Barr, Jr., John Barr, and Allen Barr; one sister, Becky White; seventeen grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Friends may post online messages of condolences for the Barr family by visiting www.rushfh.com