In memoriam

Longtime and beloved Messiah educator Bob Barrett passed away in October 2020 as a result of COVID-19. While we grieve the loss of a man who brought joy to all those who knew him, he is at peace with his Creator. He lived his life as a reflection of the message of the Gospel in all of his endeavors.

He came to Messiah in 1966 and taught physics and computer science until 2008 when he transitioned to adjunct status. He was not only an educator, but also an encourager and spiritual mentor to his students and colleagues. Perhaps his greatest passion outside of his faith and family was kayaking, particularly along the Yellow Breeches. He will fondly be remembered for his pickup truck fitted with racks and racks of kayaks. His love of God’s creation was one of his deepest passions.

We are sincerely grateful for his lasting impact on Messiah University. He remains part of an enduring legacy of educators who have profoundly blessed countless students with both academic rigor in the classroom and meaningful spiritual guidance in the Christian faith.