John Barber Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Barber of Danville, Kentucky, whose life came to an end on February 24, 2026 at the age of 73, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Philetus Swift Barber IV and Mary Jane Kelly Barber; and his brothers, Joseph David Barber and Philetus "Rusty" Swift Barber V.. He is survived by: his wife Kaye S. Barber; his sons, James Christopher Barber (Leighandra) of Winchester, Jeffery O'Neal Barber of Danville and D. Teague Sims (Laura) of Lexington; his grandchildren, Logan Barber, Griffin Sims, Ethan Barber, Alexander Barber, Hayden Barber, Matthew Barber and Jacob Barber; and his siblings, James Vincent "Vinny" Barber of Coxs Creek, Michael "Mike" Bruce Barber of Lexington, Louis Stephen Barber of Springfield, Kevin Anthony Barber of Nashville, Mary Jane Schmidt of Louisville, Mary Teresa Abell of Springfield and Rebecca "Becky" Ann Burns of Versailles. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to Southland Christian Church, Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, DanceBlue-Danville High School, and the Danville-Boyle County Humane Society.
