BARR, James Walter (Jim)

Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital surrounded by the love of his family, on Friday, July 11, 2014.  Jim Barr, in his 64th year, beloved partner to Tabitha Kirby of Battersea, for 30 years.  Loving father of Jeremy Barr of Kingston and Robyn Vanderhelm (Mark) of Sydenham.  Devoted grandpa to Simon, his "little bubble of joy".  Dear son of Dorothy Barr and the late John Barr and brother of Greg Barr and Cheryl Barr.  The family will receive friends at the JAMES REID FUNERAL HOME, 1900 John Counter Boulevard on Thursday, July 17, between the hours of 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  Funeral service in the Chapel, on Friday, July 18 at 11:00 am, with inurnment to follow at Glenhaven Memorial Gardens.  Later the same day, a Celebration of Jim's Life will be held at the Kingston Brew Pub (upstairs lounge), beginning at 7:00 pm.  Anyone who has ever "raised a glass" with Jim is most welcome.  As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Prostate Cancer Canada, in Mr. Barr's memory.