Otis Barber's Obituary
Otis M. Barber, 84 of Charlotte, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 30.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Thelma Vicks Barber; daughter Cheryl Hancock and her husband Bob; son Jerry Barber and his wife Tish; grandchildren Robby Hancock, David Hancock, Jenna Yost and husband Nathan, Jonathan Barber, Justin Barber and wife Natalie, Preston Barber; great grandchildren Kayden Sedano, McKenna Hancock, and Skyler Hancock; brothers and sisters Robert J. Barber, Jr., Edna Billington, Virginia Mae Arrant, Raymond Barber, Bill Barber, Howard Barber, Doug Barber; and godchildren, Chris and Elizabeth Tolly and Rebecca Book.
Otis was an amazing husband and father who loved the Lord, all people in general, and children—evidenced in part by his weekly role as the “Candyman” at Harvest Community Church. Children looked forward to not only the candy but the love and smiles he gave out freely. He served the Lord for many years as an elder, Bible teacher, small group leader and servant. In his occupation as a food broker, his reputation in the business community demonstrated that he was a man of integrity.
The family will receive friends at James Funeral Home, 10520 Arahova Dr. Huntersville, NC on Thursday, December 4, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
A memorial service celebrating Otis’ life and legacy will be conducted at Harvest Community Church, 13301 Eastfield Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 on Friday, December 5, at 1:00 pm, with his son Dr. Jerry Barber officiating. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts to be made out to Harvest Community Church, where Otis poured out his heart, life and resources for the past 19 years.
James Funeral Home is serving the family. www.jamesfuneralhomeLKN.com
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