"Reflections of Anthony's Life"

On October 1, 1960, a precious baby boy was delivered into the hands of Leon Barre and Ola Mae McCaskill in Chicago, Illinois. His education journey began in Tulsa, Oklahoma, culminating with his graduation from Mason High School with the class of 1979. As an all-state athlete, he excelled in track, basketball, and football. He continued his educational journey at Eastern State University in Wilbeton, Oklahoma on a track scholarship where he won championships 3 consecutive years. He later matriculated to Okmulgee Tech in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to receive training in building and construction. Following his father's footsteps, he landed a job with Rockwell where he was employed for 30 years. The company would later be re-named Boeing, and then to its current name, Spirit Aerosystems. "Tony" also established and operated Barre' Remodeling and Construction Company for 21 years. He also served as a coach for several little league t-ball teams, Mighty Might Football, Tulsa Express Track and Field, and Tulsa Parks and Recreation basketball. As a coach, he won 5 Indian National Football Championships and several coaching excellence awards presented by The Salvation Army, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro-Tulsa.

Anthony was a caring individual who adored children and cherished his family. He was well respected in the community as a leader, coach, hero, and positive role model to many. He was also a servant of God, which showed through his consistent acts of kindness and good deeds. He was a productive, and hard working citizen who encouraged self-confidence and perseverance. He will forever be remembered and missed by many. The final chapter of "Anthony's Life" was written in the early hours of Friday April 30, 2010 in Tulsa. Anthony was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Revis Paul and Masaleigh Barre', maternal grandparents, Harrison McCaskill, and Mable Raagsdale, and an aunt Kay Cayton.

Remaining to cherish Anthony's precious memories: his parents Leon and Ola Barre', Tulsa, OK., his loving wife, Etta J. Lowe-Barre', Tulsa, OK., his children from his first union with Barbara Barre', Anthony W. Barre', Jr. (April), Jacksonville, FL., Tyesha & Nyesha, Tulsa, OK., four children: Stasha, Houston, TX., Joshua, Las Vegas, NV., Jordan and Jha'briel, both of Tulsa, OK., step-parents Brenda Barre'-Byrd, and Eddye Barre', Tulsa, OK., three brothers: Larry Barre' (Wanda), Tulsa, OK., Mark Barre', Houston, TX., Jason Barre', Atlanta, GA., four sisters: Cheryl Barre', Houston, TX., Cynthia Barre', Austin, TX., Sharonda Barre', Glendale, AZ., Jacqueline Barre', Austin, TX., 13 grandchildren, along with a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith."
II Timothy 4:7

Services for Mr. Anthony "Tony" Barre, Sr., an employee of Spirit Astro Systems, and owner & operator of Barre Construction will be held on Saturday May 8, 2010 at 11AM at the Greater Union Baptist Church located on 36th Street North in Tulsa. Friends may visit Mr. Barre as he rests in peaceful repose on Friday from 12Noon until 7PM. Floral tributes may also be delivered to the funeral home during that time for the family.