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for Jeffrey Barber
Gene
January 23, 2020
Just thinking about you. I love you!
Patrick Mulhall
July 8, 2008
I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Jeff through working with his partner, Gene. Immediately, we became friends, and they both welcomed me and my partner, Bart as family members.(from reading the other entries, I see I am not the only one!) Jeff was a very loving and giving man, and his parties were the grandest. The festive atmosphere, great food and great friends abounded and everybody went home all the better for having been in Jeff and Gene's presence.
I hope that all will be well with the family and with Gene. You are in my prayers. God be with you.
Love, Patrick Mulhall
Katie Boggs
June 30, 2008
Jeff added light and laughter everywhere he went. I am proud to have known him. He taught me many things through our friendship that I am so grateful for and will remember always. He has touched many lives in a very possitive way.
My condolensces to all his family and friends. He will be missed. God Bless you all.
Marshall Styers
June 29, 2008
Jeff was a wonderful person, full of life and energy. I have known Jeff and his loving family for a long time. My love and prayers go out to the Barber family for their loss, I knew and cared deeply for Jeff.
Kelli Szuch
June 29, 2008
My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Please send my special thoughts to Eugene!
Joni Hoover
June 29, 2008
Jeff, I miss you so much already!!!! So many times I have thought about calling you real quick and then sadly remember that you are not here amongst us. It was a sincere honor to spend the time we had together during your last week here on earth. There wasn't anything I wasn't willing to do for you including praying that God would take you home quickly so that you would no longer endure any more physical pain. What an inspiration you have been to me and others!!! You always said, "God is good" and you are so right.
I'm am developing a memorial website for you and for the rest of the family and all of your friends so that anytime they want to reach out to you, they can light a candle and share.
I love you baby brother and I miss you even more!
Joni Hoover
June 29, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Korinne Taylor
June 27, 2008
Mr. Barber was loved by all of the staff on the medical floor at the VA hospital. He always had a smile on his face, was warm and kind to the nurses and was a true pleasure to take care of.
Brenda Edwards
June 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are truly with the family at this time. Please know that God is always with you. Keeping you lifted up in prayer.
Raul Perez
June 26, 2008
May God comfort all those who love him and miss him.
Ken Madden
June 26, 2008
I met Jeffrey back in 1999 at New Mexico AIDS Services through a mutual friend and we immediatley became friends, we were both your typical Virgos. Jeff was instrumental in hosting Christmas gatherings at my home for clients of NMAS who didn't have a home or family for the Holday's. He would have the evening catered with carolers and arrange for Santa himself to come to the house and bring gifts the clients had on their wish lists that he had gotten donated. The evening would be perfect and he brought such joy to these people . I am proud to have known him and call him my friend. He had the kindest heart and infectious laugh/smile. I will miss you buddy and you will never be forgotten.
Ken
Phillip
June 26, 2008
I will always love Jeff dearly. He has a special place in my heart.
Rhonda Romine
June 26, 2008
Words are just not enough. I have so many special memories of this entire family. My heart goes out to all of you and you will be in my prayers. Jeff was such a fun-loving person and he will be missed. The kids and I will continue to keep you all in our prayers. We love you all!
Julie Lloyd-Atkinson
June 25, 2008
Jeff will be missed, He brought a smile to our hearts and lives.
Dominique Gonzalez- Ushery
June 25, 2008
I new Jeff in middle and highscool, im sure he will be greatly missed. my sympothy goes out to his family and close friends at this time.
Jackie Martinez (Atkinson)
June 25, 2008
I grew up with Jeff (same middle & high schools)and we shared many classes together. I was teased and bullied alot and Jeff would always stick up for me. I remember his wonderful sense of humor and his heartfelt compassion for others. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. God now has another Angel with him.
Ronald Reed
June 25, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I did not know Jeff very well, however I do know he was a Good Fellow.
Regards
Ronnie Reed
Eric Garcia
June 25, 2008
I am very grateful to have had joy and laughter with a awesome person. My condolences are out to you Frank and Melba. You'll and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Garcia and Zamora family.
Wendy Adams
June 25, 2008
We have all lost a great friend who knew so much about unconditional love. I'm so glad he was a part of my life and most of all a true friend. To the family, I hope we still get to see you from time to time on birthday nights. You're in my prayers.
Jason Nichols
June 24, 2008
Jeff was a beautiful person and I am better for knowing him. My sympathy and deepest condolences go out to Gene and his family.
Geoff Maitland
June 24, 2008
I will always remember and appreciate Jeff's smile, humor, and willingness to help out. He was always there for his friends.
Beatrice Sosa
June 24, 2008
I knew Jeff a long time ago. He used to work with me at PCI. He was always a sweet handsome man. He always made me smile. I will miss him.
Nancy Squatrito-Kilborn
June 24, 2008
Jeff was a good friend of mine while at Pease Middle School. I have kept up with him on and off thru the years. I was proud of his ability to refuse to be discouraged over the passed few years. May you take comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering. My heart goes out to his family.
John Dimler
June 24, 2008
Jeff was an amazing person...so smart ;so funny....special...everyone who encountered him thought so..he will be missed by many...John Dimler
Suzanne Lozano
June 24, 2008
Thank you to all who have supported our family. It has been greatly appriciated.
Tina Armstrong
June 24, 2008
His smile and sense of humor will be sorely missed
adrian sconiers
June 24, 2008
Jeff, we will miss your warm smile and kind words.....our thoughts and prayers to Gene, Samantha and family.
Adrian & Dean
HOPE ACTION CARE (H-A-C)
June 24, 2008
Deepest sympathy to all of Jeff's loved ones.
Travis DeWeese
June 24, 2008
Jeff will be missed by all those who knew him. He has been and always will be a great source of inspiration to all. He was always there to help anyone with a kind word or good deed. I will miss him greatly.
Curt Morris
June 24, 2008
Please accept our warmest condolences on your loss.
Curt and Betty
Nancy Huie
June 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul & Missy Taylor
June 23, 2008
We love you and will miss you greatly! You were a great friend and brother to us! Jeff was an inspiration to me and just an awesome person to be around. It was a pleasure to know him.
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