William Donald Barb Jr.

William Donald Barb Jr. obituary, Wardensville, WV

William Donald Barb Jr.

William Barb Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Giffin Funeral Home & Crematory on Jan. 28, 2026.
William Donald Barb, Jr., 71, of Capon Bridge, WV, died Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his home.

He was born on June 6, 1954, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late William D. Barb, Sr. and Alma Lee Hose.

William was retired and a U.S. Army veteran. He was the Second Vice Commander of American Legion Post # 137, Capon Bridge, WV. He had a passion for travel and new experiences. He most enjoyed spending his time with his many friends at the American Legion.

Surviving is one daughter, Sara Barb (Jason Beasley) of Capon Bridge, WV; four grandchildren, Hadley, Bennett, Elliott, and Phoebe; two sisters, Sheila Callahan and Linda Kehoe of Maryland.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Debbie Murphy.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the American Legion Post #137, 35 Legion Dr., Capon Bridge, WV 26711 at a later date.

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2807 Northwestern Pike, Capon Bridge, WV 26711

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