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Arthur Emerson Barber
06/18/1916 — 07/17/2009
From Richland, WA, US | Born in St. Anthony, Idaho
Arthur Emerson Barber
Arthur was born in St. Anthony, Idaho on June 18, 1916 to Arthur J. and Theressa Florence Barber.
Art was raised on a small general-purpose farm near St. Anthony where he learned to work and plan. He attended Central High School in St. Anthony. After working at several odd jobs during the Great Depression he enlisted in the Idaho National Guard in 1940 and served five years in the U.S. Army, two of which were in the North Pacific at Cold Bay, Alaska. He attained the rank of Technical Sergeant. After returning to the mainland he served in the military band at Ft. Lawton and in the Transportation Corp in New Orleans until discharge from the service at El Paso Texas in 1945.
Art married Eileen Selander in Seattle on January 4, 1947. He attended Seattle University, graduating in 1951 with a B.S. in chemistry and moved to Richland, Washington where he was employed by General Electric Company. He served under several succeeding companies at the Hanford site as a chemist, process engineer, security classification officer and technical information specialist before retiring from Rockwell Hanford Company in June of 1981.
While raising his family of seven children, Art was active in YMCA, PTA, Bomber Booster Club and Luther Senior Center. He was a member of Richland Lutheran Church and Richland Kiwanis.
Art enjoyed woodworking and had his own shop where he spent many hours making hardwood pieces ranging from toys and household items to furniture. He also enjoyed dancing and singing with the band at the Pasco Senior Center. After retirement he traveled extensively.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Eileen; by three sisters: Irene, Louise Nichols, and Hazel; his second wife Maimie and third wife Jean. He is survived by three daughters: Maureen Jim Roberts of Port Angeles, Cheryl Alan Jones of Redmond, Teresa Wise of Tacoma and four sons: David Pamela of Puyallup, Joel Yvon of Walla Walla, Jan Susan of Richland, and Paul Kristine of Shelton; 22 grandchildren, and 4 great-grand children.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Einan's Funeral Home in Richland. A graveside and interment will be held on Thursday, July 23 at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens, with a memorial service to follow at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 at Richland Lutheran Church. The family would like to invite you to a reception after the service.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Richland Lutheran Church Foundation or to the Tri Cities Chaplaincy Hospice, 2108 W. Entiat Ave., Kennewick, WA 99336.
Our prayers are with you all, my brothers and sister and I remember this family fondly.I remember as kids, playing on the stilts Mr. barber made. may you find comfort in knowing that your Dad is now strong not weak, whole not broken and redeemed not lost. God Bless you, RaeLynne Abraham
Dear Sue, Jan and family,
My sincere sympathy is extended to you at this time. I know how much you will miss your father. He was so lucky to have your support while he was at Alterra. I will miss seeing all of you in the halls.
Sincerely,
Mary
We have such great memories of living in the same neighborhood and then visiting back and forth when we both moved. Art and Eileen were a real inspiration and role models for us. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Our condolences to the Barber family. Maureen was a good friend in the neighborhood and Pat was on the Austrailian trip with Mr. Barber.
The Otterholt family will remember Art as a good man and dedicated husband. We are saddened by his passing.
For the Family of Arthur E. Barber
From the Kennewick Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution
There are no words to express the sorrow of losing a loved one. It is a pain that only time will heal. While we did not know Arthur personally, as DAR members, we honor his commitment to our country and his service in its defense. The DAR strongly supports our nations’ military, and we recognize the personal sacrifice that each member gives, as well as their families.
To that end, we offer you our heartfelt condolences, and prayers of comfort. We thank you for Arthur’s service, and his sacrifice to our country.
May God bless you and comfort you as you remember just how very special Arthur was to his family, and his country.
In grateful remembrance,
The members of the Kennewick Chapter
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Arthur Emerson Barber