Jan. 8, 1933 — June 3, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Donnabelle (Donna) Barr, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the age of 93. Her life was a beautiful reflection of love, creativity, faith, and service to others.
Born on Jan. 8, 1933 in Fort Macleod to Gilbert and Agnes Gunderson, Donna lived a life marked by love, dedication, and compassion. She touched the lives of many through her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support of family and friends.
Donna married Lloyd Barr in 1950, and they enjoyed 68 years together. Donna devoted her life to creating a warm, welcoming home, finding joy in home making and caring for those she loved. Family was the center of her world, and she treasured every moment spent with children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives, and friends.
Donna pursued many interests: gardening, music, sewing, and baking for which she was renowned. In her later years, she became a gifted and passionate artist. She found beauty in the world around her, and expressed it through her art. Whether painting, drawing, or pursuing other creative avenues, she shared her love of art freely and encouraged other to embrace their own artistic expressions.
Donna’s faith was a guiding force throughout her life. As a devoted member of her church community, she lived her beliefs through service, prayer, and fellowship. She found strength in her faith, shared it with others, and offered encouragement in support of others who crossed her path.
Donna leaves behind her an inspiring legacy of kindness, creativity, service, and faith.
Donna is lovingly remembered by daughter Janis Tanner, Amber and Jim Standen – Sophia and James, Andrea Seeman – Zander and Zoe; son Greg and Nettie Barr, Victor and Victoria Barr – Dax, Magnus and Ava, Andrew and Natasha Barr – Declan, Marcus and Layla, Sylvan and Emily Barr, Jillian and Kris Kalmakoff; son Blaine and Carol Barr, Brandon Barr and Noreen Remtula, Breanne Barr and Jack Bain, Bridget and Matt Clark – Sebastian; son Neil Barr and Dena Carlsen, Emily and Chris Stremmel – Max, Shantae Levoir and Leagan Ponicappo, (Mazeley and Mayla), Samantha Barr; and son Matthew and Shelley Barr.
Donna was predeceased by Gilbert and Agnes Gunderson; 13 siblings; twin baby boys, Gerald and Cameron ,and Lloyd Barr, her husband of 68 years.
A family grave-side service celebrating Donna’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Union Cemetery, Fort Macleod.
Forever loved, deeply missed, and remembered.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to STARS Air Ambulance or the Heart and Stroke Foundtion in her memory.