Michael J. Barber

Michael J. Barber, age 67, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly in the care of his loving wife on August 19, 2019. He was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa on November 27, 1951 to Lyle and Beth Barber. He was in the US Navy, serving aboard the USS Skate 578. He loved fishing, riding motorcycles, his family, reading his Bible, and the Lord Jesus Christ. He was born again at the age of 31 and served the Lord until his passing. He was preceded in death by his father, Lyle; sisters, Patty and Christine; and brother, Mark. He is survived by his loving wife, Dee; sons, Christopher, Joshua (Lindsay); Caleb (Jess), and Jonathan; grandchildren, Adam, Allison, Eric, Anna, Isaiah, Charles, Josephine, Henry, and Benjamin; mother, Beth; brothers, Larry, John, and Randy; brother in law, Gary; sister-in law, Donna; many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 23 at 11:00 AM at Berean Bible Baptist Church, 18355 Red Wing Blvd, Hastings. A gathering will take place one hour prior to the service at church. Interment, Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred.