John “Douglas” Barber, born April 8, 1943, passed away on Sept 1,2025 in Edmonton, AB, at the age of 82 years. He is survived by his loving children Meagan (Michael), Brittni (Meesh); and Jason (Jeanine); his step daughter Cari (Curtis); his sister Donalda; and his grandchildren Belle and Tyler, whom he loved dearly; as well as his nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his wife of 38 years Rose; his parents Walter and Peggy, his sisters Joan and Doreen, and his brother Ken.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date to be announced, with his final resting place to be next to his beloved wife Rose, in St Marthe, Sask.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Edmonton Blind Curling Club or The Western Blind Curling Association in Edmonton, to which he founded and organized along side Rose.
John Douglas Barber
April 08, 1943 - September 01, 2025
September 6, 2025
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Deepest condolences to the Barber family , Doug and Rose were like family , always accepting the kids in the neighborhood as there own. Doug’s memory lives on through the stories he always told , and the amazing kids he raised. I hope you find peace knowing they’re curling and dancing away in heaven ❤️.
Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences to all of you.
Doug was a kind, gentle, loving man that we so enjoyed spending time with and now he is with Rose the love of his life, find comfort in that.
Big big hugs and we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow
Sorry for your everyones loss, may he rest easy.
Our deepest condolences to the family💜
I often spent time visiting with Doug, he had so many stories to tell of his life and work and the adventures he experienced! I throughly enjoyed listening to his life stories! A life well lived!!
Rest now in Peace Doug💛