J. Barry Holmes, 72, of Slatington, died Feb. 3, 2023, in his home.

He was the husband of Cheryl A. (Graver) Holmes.

Born Nov. 12, 1950, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William B. and Kathryn M. (Vansant) Holmes.

A truck driver from 1980-22, he volunteered with the fire police associated with the Neffs Volunteer Fire Company.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by stepdaughters Melissa A. Godley of Jacksonville, Fla., Jennifer L. Abraham and her husband, Joshua, of Catasauqua; and step-grandchildren Kristi and Jared.

He was predeceased by a brother, Richard Holmes.

His service will be private, at the convenience of the family. There will be no public calling hours.

Expressions of sympathy may be recorded at heintzelmancares.com.

Arrangements were made by Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Schnecksville.