Dale Ree Barber Funeral Program

Dale Ree Barber, the daughter of Robert J. Bogan and Wardale Page Bogan, was born on June 6, 1954, in Raleigh, Mississippi. She transitioned to her eternal home on Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Laurel, Mississippi.

Dale Ree attended school in Smith County. After school, she married George Earnest Barber on August 6, 1971. Dale's greatest joy as a housewife and mother was providing a loving and stable home for her family. She enjoyed spending time with
and taking care of her large family.

Dale Ree as a young wife and mother resided in Raleigh and Mendenhall. While living in Mendenhall, she united with Bethlehem M.B. Church where she served as an usher and was active in the mission. For many years, the family resided in Louin, Mississippi. After returning to Mendenhall, she reunited with Bethlehem M.B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Willie Barber and enjoyed worshipping with her
church family as her health permitted.

Dale Ree was preceded in death by her parents, Robert J. Bogan and Wardale Page Bogan; her sisters, Peggy Bogan and Nancy Coleman; her brother, Tommy R. Keys; and her grandson, Reginald Lamar Jones.

Dale Ree's memory will forever be cherished by her loving husband of 53 years, George E. Barber; her children, Georgia, Peggy, Rick, Michael, Earnest and Jamie; 26 grandchildren; 47 great grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.