Leland "Lee" Michael Barber

Mr. Leland Michael Barber, 44, of N. Biloxi, MS, passed away suddenly Friday, August 14, 2009, in N. Biloxi. Mr. Barber was born July 24, 1965, in Greenfield, Mass. and had been a resident of N. Biloxi since childhood. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel F. P. Barber of Montague, Mass. and Sybil Parrette Sinicropi of Biloxi. Survivors include his daughter, Alyvia S. Barber; brothers, Steven D. Barber and Donald W. Barber; sister, Delilah L. Gray; many nieces and nephews; and many adopted brothers and sisters from the Gulf Coast. Affectionately known as "Lee Rider", he will be greatly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers. In lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations at any branch of Hancock Bank on the Coast. Visitation is Tuesday, August 25, 2009, from 1 until 2 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue, in Biloxi. Graveside Services is 3 p.m. at Paramont Cemetery in Stone County.