December 22, 1945 – August 7, 2025
The family of Arthur Barr sadly announce his peaceful passing on August 7,2025 at the Gateway Lodge in Prince George, BC.
Arthur was born and raised near Peterborough, Ontario. His family relocated to BC in 1962. Arthur explored the world for a few years as a young adult. He later settled in Prince George and was employed at Domtar/Stella Jones for over 30 years. Arthur’s hobbies included: gardening, recycling, walking, reading, helping/visiting neighbors and family.
Sadly, a diagnosis of dementia stole Arthur’s independence. Kathleen, Wade and neighbors supported him at home for as long as possible. Arthur moved to Gateway Lodge in the fall of 2024, where he resided until his passing.
Arthur is survived by his sister Diane (John) Kichuk from Minitonas MB. Nieces and Nephews from Minitonas MB: Lee Anne (Blair) Campbell, Wendy (Kevin) Barker (Bethany, Abby, Josie); Laurie (Lee) Evans (Blake), Neil (Brenna) Kichuk (Hallie, Nyah, Connor).
Nieces: Kristy Thompson of Fort Fraser BC (Natasha, Nathan). Nancy Lougheed of Fraser Lake BC (Wayne, Zack, Cynthia, Stefanie, Donnie, Karista). Stepdaughter Kathleen (Wade) Weetman of Prince George BC, (Ethan, Kiera).
Stepson Callum (Heather) Brown of Vancouver BC, (Joshua, Tommy).
Also remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins.
Predeceased by his parents David and Ivah Barr, Brothers: Neil, Wayne and Keith. Nephew Daryl Barr, great-nephew Joel Campbell, great-niece Amara Campbell.
Services of Remembrance were held in Prince George on August 15 and in Fraser Lake BC August 16.