Daniel N. Barber

Daniel N. Barber, age 77, of Grandville, was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, February 26, 2017. Dan was a loving husband, dad, and grandpa that treasured his family. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. Dan had the gift of conversation and embraced the many relationships he made.  He retired from Pall Aeropower in New Port Richey, FL after many years of faithful service. Following retirement, he worked for many years at Maple Hill Golf Course, establishing many friendships during his time there. Dan had a flair for cooking and treated his family and friends to many delicious dinners over the years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Lucille Barber; his stepfather, Michael English; and his daughter, Carolann Barber. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 28 years, Kathleen Barber; his children, Daniel and Kim Barber, Wayne and Jennifer Barber, Shawn and Andi Barber; 9 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 2 PM at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Saturday from 1-2 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice - Trillium Woods or to The American Cancer Society.