James Lewis Barber, 90, of Lincoln, AR passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019 in Prairie Grove. He was born May 13, 1928 in Magdalena, New Mexico, the son of Lewis Washington and Ormetta Barber of Big Spring, TX.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother; along with two sisters, Hazel and Betty; five brothers, Larlus Barber, Billy Barber, Hubert Barber, Dois Barber and Ronald Barber of West Texas; and one son, James Martin Barber of Big Spring, TX.
He served in the U.S. Army/U.S. Air Force and was a WWII veteran. He was blessed with a God-given talent for working on automobiles as a mechanic. James was a hardworking man and made a good living which provided for his family. Along with this, a blessing, the most important issue was that he was a God-called evangelist and served in the ministry as an evangelist from 1955 to 2005. He was part of numerous revivals, meetings and locations.
James is survived by his wife, Zella Mae Barber of 69 years of the home; two daughters, Darlene Shaffer and Linda McWilliams, both of Lincoln, AR; sons, Larry Barber of Sulfur Springs, TX, Lewis Barber, David Barber, Jerry D. Barber, Paul Barber (all of Lincoln, AR) and Michael Douglas Barber of Centerton, AR; 23 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Friday, March 8, 2019 at First Assembly of God Church, 314 E. Rogers St, Lincoln, AR.
Funeral services will follow at 2 PM at the church.
so sorry to hear of james passing but I know he in a beautiful place not easy to give up a parent but stay focused on god know hes coming soon may god be with you all may he give you peace and comfort you love all of you LOUISEBARBER HUITT AND RON
We will be praying for God to send comfort to the Barber family.
May the Lord bless each one of you during this time.
First Assembly of God Church, Lincoln
While he was at the home in Prairie Grove, my sister resides there also, I would say good evening to Mr. Barber (aka Grandpa). He would smile sometimes with just his eyes and would wave. Such a sweet man, I wish I had had the opportunity to hear him preach. I’m very sad for his passing but rejoicing that he is now gained his heavenly reward. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family. Thank you for sharing you beautiful dad with the rest of us, it was a pleasure to know him.
Dad I just could not say anything without losing it but I loved you more than you ever knew and always will.It will never be the same without you here anymore I will miss you alot.You are in a better place and you went in your sleep and we are grateful for that thank you dad for loving us kids and telling us about Jesus.I am glad I got to tell you goodbye before you passed and hold your hand for the last time love you always dad.
So sorry for your loss, but grateful for your dad’s ministry and life. You are in our prayers. May God comfort all of you.
Chaplain Schlinker