Mr. Kevin André Barrier passed away peacefully at his home in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at the age of 55. He was born on November 25, 1965, in Portsmouth, VA to Willie Mae Rucker Barrier and the late Allen Marcellus Barrier, Jr. Kevin was also preceded in death by Gertrude Hoover Barrier and Marcellus Barrier, paternal grandparents; Ethel Jackson Rucker and Owen Rucker, maternal grandparents; Juanita Rucker McCaskill and Wallace Rucker, maternal aunt and uncle; and Robert Barrier of Paterson, NJ, paternal uncle.
Kevin was reared in High Point, NC and educated in the High Point City Schools. He was a graduate of T. Wingate Andrews High School – Class of 1984. He enjoyed being a tuba player and member of the outstanding Red Raider Marching Band. In addition to his beloved mother, Mrs. Willie Mae Rucker Barrier, he is survived by his sisters, Eljuana Deneen Barrier of Raleigh, NC and Angela Yvette Barrier of Thomasville, NC; uncles, John (Christine) Barrier of Modesto, CA, Larry Clark (Monica) Rucker, Sr. of Stone Mountain, GA, and Sylvester (Emma) Rucker of High Point, NC; aunts, Delores Davis of Selma, AL, Marlene Dyke of High Point, NC; Gloria Rucker of Louisville, KY and Gloria Shephard of Atlanta, GA; nephews, Branden Marcellus Barrier and Devin Michael Barrier of High Point, NC; niece, Ashley Michelle Barrier of Greensboro, NC; great nephews, Bradley, Branden Jr. (BJ); great nieces, Desire and Nevaeh; his best and special friend, Johnny Cunningham; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and tremendous friends.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Temple Memorial Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
Although I've only known Kevin for a short time, it was a pleasure knowing him. Kevin, had a good sport. He will truly be missed. My condolences and prayers, goes out to the family.
Just a great person that always smile,and gives a cheerful moment Every time we seen him. From the Ford family and the Canaan Christian worship center we send out condolences and our prayers to the family.
To the Barrier family. You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Kevin. I have dear memories of our friendship and his lovely smile. Kevin had an extremely kind heart and had a special way of brightening your mood. My hope is that you find comfort in his loving memory and that God will hold you in your time of need. The class of '84 is keeping you in prayer. Janet Roach
Willie Mae, sorry for the passing of your son, Renee and I send our condolences and love to you and family
The real intent of this missive is to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your son Kevin who was my good friend.
Right now, when your loss is so fresh, it may be difficult for you to imagine that this pain will ever go away. But in time, the blessing of God's unfailing grace will soften the hurt that you and your family are feeling and bring your heart the peace, comfort, and hope that it needs to heal. Until then, please remember there's a circle of friends surrounding you who are embracing you, and lifting you up in prayer.
I extend to you and your family my sincere condolences and please know that my kindest and warmest thoughts are with you
Walter Smith - Clinton, NC
To the Barrier Family: My prayers are extended to you as you memorialize your beloved Kevin. He embodied the true definition of friend. I am grateful to God our paths crossed and pray one day soon, in the sweet by and by, our paths will cross again. Until then, may God's peace and comfort guide us all. Pastor Kenneth Swann, Raleigh NC
Kevin was just a person of love.You couldn't believe how he felt love to everyone he came in contact with.Just a humble person.To his family you have lost a jewel and l as well.My condolences goes out to you and just know that you're not alone in this time of sadness....Doug Howard
Kevin,was my friend, brother, and my go to person for conversation, and to have a great laugh. I thank God, that he afforded me, the time to spend with Kevin. I am sadden, and heart broken, however he is God's child, and he asked him to come home; and as it has been said" Absent from the body, present with the Lord". Peaceful rest to my brother, and my condolences and prayers to the family. May God, comfort you, through these times. Reggie
Initially when we met, I knew we were cousins. Ancestry confirmed that fact. Thanks for coming to meet your extended family 5 years ago. I was looking forward to knowing you better. Sincerest Condolences to all who knew and loved Kevin.
I've known Kevin since 1997 I believe is when we first met. He came to visit me on July 17, just weeks ago, and we sat on my back porch and talked and talked, basically catching up. It was so good to see him. His mother was very important and special to him. Anyone who knew him knew he loved his mother dearly. It gave him a great sense of comfort to check in on her and make sure she was ok. As we talked a few weeks ago I had no idea that was the last time I'd see him. Rest In Peace Kevin. And my heart goes out to your mother, your sisters and the family.
Kevin and I have worked together for the past 11 years. Kevin had an infectious laugh and would always take the time to say hello and talk. I'll miss his smile. I lit a burgundy candle, as I know Kevin was a big Redskins fan. You'll be missed Kevin. Godspeed.
Raymond Holmberg
Kevin was special to us and was a part of our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Barrier family. God's presence and comfort are with you all. -The Cunningham Family
Kevin was a good friend and co worker. We started around the same time at Ingersoll Rand. 15 years working together. We all will miss him.🙏🙏🙏to the family.RIP my brother.
Sending my condolences to the family
I met Dre several years ago in Charlotte. He and I shared lots of fun times together. My sincere condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
Dr. Todd E. Long
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