Dale N. Barber, 86, of Toledo, passed away May 27, 2021 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio Toledo. Dale was born April 9, 1935 in Toledo to Joseph and Esther (Klink) Barber.
He was a 1953 graduate of Waite High School and served his country in the United States Army. Dale was a proud Toledo Firefighter who loved his job. He was also a faithful member of St. Patrick of Heatherdowns. Dale easily made lifelong friendships throughout his life wherever he went.
Dad always put his family first and foremost and was present and supportive of everyone in everything they did.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 59 years, Judith Barber; children, Kevin (Gena), Scott (Kelly), Brian (Tina), Beth; grandchildren, Nicole (Brian), Stephanie (Katie), Jeremy, Samantha (Corey), Brittany (Dylan), Katie (Pat), Brandon, Jordyn, Madalyn, Sam, and Jack; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends who he considered family, you all know who you are.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Thelma, Joann, and Joseph.
The family will receive guests Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900) with the Last Alarm service at 7 p.m. Funeral Services will begin Friday, June 4, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick of Heatherdowns.
In lieu of gifts and flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Toledo Firefighter's Museum or to the charity of the donor's choice in Dale's memory.
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