Gary J. Barber, 49, formerly of Earlington, KY. passed away on Saturday October 23, 2010 at his home in Portland, TN.

He was born on March 5, 1961 in Hopkins County, KY. to the late Simpson and Helen Barber. He was formerly employed with General Electric of Madisonville, KY. as a tool and die maker.

He is survived by a daughter, Lauren Barber of Gallatin, TN.; three brothers, William "Bill" Cates of Madisonville, Joe Cates of Rockville, M.D. and Larry W. Barber of Nortonville, KY.; four sisters, Sandra McGary of Madisonviile, Beth Whitfield of Bowling Green, KY., Vivian Payne of Nortonville and Annette Harralson of Madisonville; several nieces and nephews.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday November 6, 2010 at Oakwood Cemetery in Earlington with Bro. Steve Rutherford officiating. Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville is in charge of arrangements.