William Bill John Barber

William (Bill) J. Barber passed on to his heavenly home on November 23, 2015. He was born on November 29, 1928 to Meldred and Lillie Hobbs Barber in Dallas, Texas. He lived all of his life in Dallas and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1946.

As a Marine Reserve he was called to active duty in 1950 to serve in the Korean War. He began his banking career with Highland Park State Bank which became Preston State Bank, he worked there for 38 years. After taking early retirement he enjoyed many years fishing in East Texas, listening to his vast collection of records and woodworking. Bill was predeceased by his parents and sons Stephen Lee Barber and John Edward Barber.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mary Jeffers Barber, granddaughter Krystal Baker, Syndi Barber and Samantha Wehring, grandson William Carey Barber and stepsons, Mike Campbell and Bruce Campbell. Bill and Mary have been active members of Lakeside Baptist Church in Dallas for 42 years.

A Memorial Service in honor of Bill will be held at Lakeside Baptist Church at 9150 Garland Rd. Dallas, Texas 75218 on Monday, November 30, 2015. Visitation will begin at 10:00am leading into the service at 11:00am and concluding at Grove Hill Memorial Park. The family will also have visitation at Grove Hill Funeral Home on Sunday, November 29 from 1-4 PM. Memorials should be made to Lakeside Baptist Church or to a Veteran's Organization.