David N. Barr, Jr., age 94, and a resident of Quincy, PA, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2014.
Born April 27, 1920 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mr. Barr remained with his family in New Orleans until enlisting in the Army. Mr. Barr enlisted in the United States Army during WWII. He was stationed in Karachi India, where he worked in field artillery. He went to OCS school and was commissioned a Lieutenant. He later went into the Reserves and was recalled to active duty during the Korean War.
He enjoyed hiking, camping, friends and playing tennis. He was a long-time member of the Appalachian Trail Conference, Keystone Trails Association, Cumberland Valley Appalachian Trail Club, and the Mountain Club of Maryland.
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