David Alton Barber
“Dave”
SUNSET – David Alton Barber, our father, papa, son, brother, and friend passed away, Saturday May 16, 2009 in Knolls, Utah due to an ATV accident.
He was born November 10, 1962 in Ogden, Utah to Blair R. and Shirley Young Barber.
Dave married Teresa Payne on June 21, 1986. They divorced but remained good friends. They have three children, Blayne (Jill) Payne of Sunset; Ashley Barber and fiancé, Adam Tripp of Roy; and Josh Barber of Sunset. He has two precious grandchildren he was so proud of Caiden Payne and Jayc Barber. He has three sisters, Joanne (Roger) McDermott, Carole (Brent) Hoppe of Syracuse, Gayl (Todd) Benson of Vernal. He had two brothers, Stanley and Kenyon, both deceased. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews that loved him, and his dog Keytz.
David loved life and lived it to the max. He thought of life as a moto-x-track, when you hit rough spots, just keep going. He had a witty sense of humor and loved to tell stories and pull tricks on others for a good laugh.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus of Christ of Latter-day Saints and believed in God.
He owned Dave’s Motorcycle and ATV Repair (DAB Racing). He loved the work he did. He had a talent and good reputation for his great knowledge as a machinist and mechanic. He had many loyal customers that were also awesome friends. He was very generous to others with his time and money. He was also an organ donor. He enjoyed traveling especially to Alaska and Hawaii.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Following his wishes, he will be cremated. In lieu of flowers remember to say “luv ya” to family and friends. Dave always did. For those who wish a memorial fund is set up at Golden West Credit Union.
A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, May 21, 2009 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road.