Obituary

Ellis Eugene Barber

July 3, 1958 - September 8, 2025

Ellis Eugene Barber, age 67 and a resident of Franklinton, passed away Monday morning September 8, 2025 after a lengthy illness. He was retired after a long career as a cross-country truck driver. Ellis drove a million miles for J.B. Hunt Trucking and later drove another million for USA Trucking, delivering goods to every part of the United States. He enjoyed camping and always loved fishing, even as a young man running trot lines with his family on the Pearl River. Ellis was a huge New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers fan. He will be sadly missed by his many friends and family.

Survived by: Brother: Randy Barber; Sisters and Brothers in law: Brenda and Ken Allen, Rita and Glen “Butch” Magee, Judy and Carl Thomas; Nieces: Brittany Barber, who was his God Child, Mallory Barber Thompson; Aunt: Betty Sue Davis; Lifelong Friend: Tamala; Also numerous other beloved nieces, nephews and their families and many dear friends

He was preceded in death by his parents Ellis Barber and Ruth Booty Barber, a sister Shirley Stanberry and other family members.

A private graveside funeral service for his family will be held on Saturday September 13th in the Magee Cemetery at Lawrence Creek.

Pallbearers: John Allen, Matt Magee, Julian Thomas, Jamie Thomas, Jacob Junkins, Eddie Papiska