Paul Barrier

Paul Alexander “Buck” Barrier, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home, 15995 Hwy. 601, Midland, NC 28107, on August 21, 2010. He was 86 years old . Born in Cabarrus County on July 13, 1924, he was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Margrette Moose Barrier; and sisters, Lea Eudy, Margaret Eudy and Pauline Belk. Buck Barrier is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy Faggart Barrier of the home, one son, Philip Barrier and wife Ann Marie of Concord, two daughters, Karen B. McAlister of Albemarle, Amy Clontz and husband Gerald of Midland, eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Retired from a lifetime of farming, he enjoyed woodworking and he loved animals. He found great joy in his family and enjoyed staying in touch with them and his friends by frequent phone calls. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 24, 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Hartsell Funeral Home – Midland. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 25, 2010, 2 pm at Hartsell Funeral Home Chapel – Midland. The Rev. Mike Mullis will officiate. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105; Second Chance Kitten Rescue, PO Box 1422, Harrisburg, NC or Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081-5784.