Obituary
Lester Barr of Tamarac, FL, passed away on April 10 ,2021. Born on March 2,1928 in Newburgh, NY, he was the son of the late Solomon and Eva Barr. He was predeceased by Shirley, his loving wife of 62 years, his sister Minnie Zweben, and brother I Richard Barr., Wonderful father to Arthur (Robin), Kenneth (Julie) and Ira A. (Denise). Loving grandfather to Scott (Robyn), Elyse (Shawn), Matthew (Melissa), Brian (Jamie), Brittany (Nathan), Lynann, and Eric. Proud great-grandfather to Jillian, Seth, Jordan, Leah, Brooke, Lev, Sloane, Max, and Shaylee.
Les served in the United States Navy, World War II, and received the American Theatre and Good I Conduct medals, In Newburgh he was a member of Congregation Agudas Israel, chairman of the Chreva Kadisha, founder of the Middle Hope and Balmville Boys and Girls Clubs, member of the Middle Hope Volunteer Fire Dept., Town of Newburgh Police Dept, Optimist and Lions Clubs, New York State football, baseball, softball and Olympic track official, head starter in track for many years. In 1962 was the recipient of the Jaycees Man of the Year for the Greater Newburgh area. In 1979 was recipient of the Four Chaplin's Award.
Moved to Florida in 1987, was affiliated with FHSAAin softball, football, and track, member of the I Tamarac Parks and Recreation Commission, president of Tamarac Athletic Federation, served as president of the Marlins Fan Club, Broward County softball commissioner, served as Commander of the Disabled American Veterans, and the American Legion, and member of JWV, VFW.
Les will be greatly missed by all. A private service will be held for the immediate family out of town.
Arrangements by Sol Levinson. www.sollevinson.com