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The death occurred peacefully on August 16, 2011 at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital of David Barton, in his 76th year.

Born in North York, Ontario to Harold and Gladys Barton.  Predeceased by his first wife Jean Audrey Barton.  Survived by his wife Grace Farley-Barton.  His children Hal Barton (Sue), Cathie Wood (Victor), Wendy Farley-Weary (Jeff) and Steve Farley (Jennifer).  His grandchildren Blake, Carina, Caroline, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Jean, Alex and his sister, Jean Tench.

A Celebration of David’s life will take place at Riverside Baptist Church, 11 Riverside Drive (at Brunel Road), Huntsville on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 2 o’clock.  Visitation will be held at the church from 12 noon to 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Riverside Baptist Church for “Honduras Orphanage Project”, 11 Riverside Drive, Huntsville ON P1H 1R6 (705) 789-7249.

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  1. My sympathies on your loss of Dave. Lots of fond memories from when Hal and Cathie were growing up in Georgetown on Delrex Blvd. My thoughts & prayers are with you.Sincerely, Sharon Gorth Huffman

  2. Grace, so sorry to hear about Dave.You both were a pleasure to be with on the British Isles cruise. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time Robert and Cindy Smith, Tallahassee, Florida

  3. Dear Grace;We sorrow with you at the death of your dear husband, Dave. it seems like no time at all that we were in your home at Christmas playing games together with our Georgetown Christian Women’s Executive and hubbies.
    In the coming months, you will treasure all the happy times of your many travels together. Please know that we are praying that you will experience the strength of Christ at this very sad season.
    With love,
    Dick and Geri

  4. Sorry that we were out of town for David’s celebration, but will see you Grace at church sometime when you’re ready. Although we are fairly new friends at RBC, it is always a delight to see your smiling face, Grace, but we sorrow now with you for your loss. It was wonderful to speak with David during VBC and he seemed so happy with the grandchildren around. May his love for you all be a beautiful memory, as God gives you His immeasurable peace & comfort. Blessings at this difficult time. John 14:1-3

  5. Dear Hal and Cathie;We are very saddened to hear of David’s passing. We remember your Dad very fondly and the happy days on Delrex Blvd. David was a good friend and neighbour to our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Grace, and all the Barton family.
    Sincerely,
    Marilyn and Rick Peavoy and Marilyn’s Mom Viola Gorth

  6. Dear Grace & Family, Sorry to hear of David’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. With Love Theresa & Donna

  7. Dear Gracie – Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of Daves passing. May the Lord give you peace and may you feel HIS Arms of Strength and Love surrounding you in your lonely moments and loss. God Bless you and keep you dear friend! Much Love,The Stevens Family

  8. Dear Cathie and Family, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Albert

  9. Grace,We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dave’s passing – you and family are in our hearts and in our prayers. We also know that your great faith and your strength will carry you through. All our love, David and Jane

  10. Dear Aunt Grace and Family,
    We are saddened to hear of your loss and the passing of David. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless!

    Tony and Shelley Irwin, Florida

  11. Dear Grace and your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the passing of Dave.May you find comfort in God’s unfailing love for you.
    Isaiah 58:9

  12. Dear Grace and Family,We were saddened and shocked to learn of Dave’s passing please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Our memories of him at Sunbird will always be with us. God bless you.

    Love Susan and Mike

  13. Dear Grace, Hal, Cathie
    Marie and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies
    to the entire Barton Family with the sudden passing of Dave. A husband and father’s love for his family is cherished forever. May your wonderful memories of Dave always stay deep in your heart. Our thoughts are with you.

    Love Don and Marie

  14. Our deepest sympathies for your sudden loss of a Great Husband Father and Gradfather David Barton. We know you’ll all miss him a great deal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. The Koperdraad’s

  15. Dear Grace, Hal, Cathie
    Marie and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to
    the entire Barton Family in the sudden passing of Dave. A husband and father’s love for his family is cherished forever. May your wonderful memories Dave last forever.
    Our thoughts and love are with you all.
    Love Don and Marie

  16. We were shocked and saddened to learn of Dave’s passing. Grace,you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Playing Wizard just won’t be the same without him. May the Lord be with you through this trying time.
    Ann & Mike Crowley

  17. Dear Grace, Hal, Cathie
    Marie and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to
    the entire Barton Family in the sudden passing of Dave.
    A husband and father’s love for his family is forever cherished. May your wonderful memories of Dave last
    forever.
    Love Don and Marie

  18. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    God Bless. The Del Guidice’s

  19. So sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. Our prayers are with you all. Lovingly, Jerry & Marlene

  20. Dear Grace and family,I was so saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts…and I will be praying for you.
    Much love always,
    Joan

  21. Dear Grace and family,
    Our hearts go out to you at this time. David was a wonderful man and we know you will all miss him terribly.

    You will be in our prayers.

    May God’s peace envelop you.

    love Nancy, for Gerry too.

  22. Dear Gracie, Hal, Cathie, Wendy & Steve,We were saddened to hear of Dave’s unexpected death. Cherish all your wonderful memories and happy times. Our prayer is that you will know God’s grace and comfort at this time. Much love, Brian & Jo Anne

  23. Mike and Cheryl would like to express their deepest sorrows for Hal and Sue and the rest of the family on the passing of their deepest dad Mr Barton. We know how hard it is to lose love ones and the sweet and dearest memories of being with your dad would help to ease the sorrow.

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