Linda J. (Salisbury) Barber

Linda J. (Salisbury) Barber, a long-time resident of Hudson Falls, NY passed away on Monday, June 10th, 2019 at the Warren Center in Queensbury after a long illness.

The oldest daughter of the late Elting and Marjorie (Parker) Salisbury, Linda was born on December 20, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY. The family relocated to Hudson Falls, NY, where Linda graduated from Hudson Falls High School in the class of 1961. There, she met her late husband, Jack Barber (Hudson Falls). They married on February 3, 1962 and remained married for thirty-nine years until Jack passed away unexpectedly in 2001.

Linda loved spending time with her family, especially at their ASSI-9 family golf tournament each August and at their holiday gatherings. She also loved attending musicals, concerts, and collecting elephant figurines and carousels. She was part of a bowling league, enjoyed country line-dancing, and playing poker. Linda was a civil servant, assisting her community for many years as a poll watcher, crossing guard, and scout mother, as well as actively volunteering for organizations such as the Red Cross. She attended the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School. One of her most cherished memories is spending time camping with her family. Linda made friends everywhere she went, always finding joy in connections with others in the places she visited. She has made many lifelong friends through her volunteer efforts, her hobbies, and her time in various healthcare facilities over the years.

Linda is survived by her five devoted children, Robin (Barber) Folk of Liverpool, Bob Barber and his wife, Tricia, of Ballston Spa, Kerri Barber and her wife, Nancy Toole, of Saratoga Springs, Kevin Barber and his wife, Hope, of South Glens Falls, and James Barber and his wife, Jennifer, of Glens Falls. She is also survived by her loving siblings, Leslie Willis and her husband, Dan, of South Glens Falls, Wendie Dreves and her husband, Dick, of Grand Isle, VT, John Salisbury and his wife, Barbara, of Browns Mills, NJ, Ed Salisbury and his wife, Sheila, of Hudson Falls, and Laura Havens of Oneco, CT. Linda is also survived by her twelve doting grandchildren, Nichole Stewart and her husband, Matt, of South Glens Falls, Meagan Sanko and her husband, Matt, of Northborough, MA, Jessica Folk of Bowling Green, KY, Adam Barber of South Glens Falls, Sean Barber and his wife, Jacqueline, of Ballston Spa, Cory Folk and his wife, Megan, of Louisville, KY, Aaron Barber of South Glens Falls, Maureen Folk of Liverpool, Kayla Barber of South Glens Falls, Emily Barber, Kate Barber and Jacob Barber of Glens Falls. Additionally, her great-grandchildren, Maeve & Ronan Sanko and Kayleigh & Lauren Stewart, and her sisters-in-law, Etta Barber and Linda Barber. As well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss her deeply, as will her lifelong, dear friend, Sharon Fares.

Linda’s family would like to thank the staff at the Warren Center in Queensbury for their care and support.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Followed by a celebration of Linda’s life at Queensbury Central Fire Company, 17 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY.

Memorial donations may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Joel R. Barber

BarberTOWN OF MOREAU – Joel R. Barber, 70 of Laurel Road, passed away peacefully, in his wife’s arms on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at his home.

Born on February 12, 1946, in Glens Falls Hospital, he was the third son of the late John R. and Doris Ada (Chadwick) Barber.

Joel grew up on the Vaughn Road in Hudson Falls and was a member of the Hudson Falls High School class of 1963.   After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Upon being released from active duty in 1968, he furthered his career in the U.S. Navy Reserve, retiring in 1986.

Following his discharge from active duty, Joel began a career in 1970, with the New York State Dept. of Corrections, retiring in 2003 with 33 years of service.   After retiring, he went on to work part-time for the Warren County Sheriff’s Dept. as a Security Officer, until his death.

Joel was an avid bowler and bowled on two leagues, one for 40 years and the other for 32.  He enjoyed hunting deer in Newcomb at the camp and playing golf.  Family was his life.  His grandchildren were his pride and joy.  He spent many hours at their sporting games and doing crazy things with them.  Joel also enjoyed boating on Glen Lake on his pontoon boat with his family and friends.  After selling the boat, he had a pool installed at the house for everyone to enjoy.

He married his wonderful wife, Linda in 1995. They resided in the Town of Moreau.

Joel was a member in good standing in the Fraternal Order of Eagles of South Glens Falls Post #2486, Adirondack V.F.W. Post #2475, Hudson Falls American Legion Post #574 and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge #81.

Besides his parents he was pre-deceased by two brothers, Jack R. Barber and Otis B. Barber.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda T. Barber; his devoted children, Steven and Laura Prouty and their children (Austin and Alexa), also Matthew and Andria Prouty and their children (Evan and Andrew); his sisters in law, Linda J. Barber, Etta Barber and Lynn Chase and her husband, Jim; his special niece, Ashley Hervieux; and several other nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Fraternal Order of Eagles of South Glens Falls Post 2486 conduct a service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday during calling hours.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

In lieu of flowers, Joel’s family requests that memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.