George Paul Barber

George Paul Barber obituary, McMinnville, OR

George Paul Barber

George Barber Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Macy & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services on Aug. 3, 2023.

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George Paul Barber was born on April 14, 1952 to Paul and Juliette Barber in McMinnville, Oregon. George grew up in McMinnville along with his two sisters Carolyn and Collette. He graduated from McMinnville High School though took part of his education in Ojai and Menlo Park California. Further education was had in Bend Oregon where he attended Central Oregon Community College, earning an associate's degree in Forestry and Oregon State where he earned his Master's Degree in woodland management.
George had a successful career in forestry, most of which involved managing the family owned timber companies. He and his dad achieved Master Timber Farmers of the year and George was a lifelong member of the Small Woodlands Association.
From 1999 until his passing he enjoyed the companionship of his partner and wife Henrietta (Etta).
In addition to his life's work, he loved to read, fish and his travels took him to Europe, Hawaii and all across the lower 48.
He will be much missed by his family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Friday August 4th, 11:00 AM at the Macy and Son Funeral Chapel, 135 NE Evans Street McMinnville, Oregon 97128.
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Pam Rinella

August 4, 2023

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Seemed just like yesterday when we were all together celebrating our birthdays You were lucky to have each other. Blessings to you. We´re here for you, Etta... lots of Love, Steve and Pam Rinella.

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