Bartow -Jerry Lee Barber , age 81, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. He was born August 22, 1942, in Watseka , IL. He was a United States Navy Veteran of 30 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and following his favorite baseball team the Baltimore Orioles. He was preceded in death by his mother Vernadine, father Charles and his beloved dogs Willy and Siggy. He is survived by his loving family which includes his loving wife of 56 years Pat Barber of Bartow, sons John Barber of Newnan, GA & Gregory Barber (Kimberly) of Glen Burnie, MD, daughter Laura Barber of Newnan, GA and grandchildren Ryan Barber, Eva Barber & Chloe Barber of Glen Burnie, MD. Family will receive friends Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at First United Methodist Church, Bartow. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM at First United Methodist Church. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com