[Trainer-Talk] Michael Barber

[Jim Portillo]

This is indeed sad news.
If it wasn't for Mike, we wouldn't even have this list or division in the
first place.
I can remember, several years ago, at breakfast, Mike and I had a lengthy
conversation about a division for computer trainers and instructors. He was
the first president of the trainers' division.
I think that on the board it was Mike, myself, Rich Ring, Chip Johnson and
maybe Nancy Coffman?
Mike was passionate about helping people and loved talking about and
teaching people about technology.
Very sad news.
Jim


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>
>From: Scott Van Gorp
>Cc: scott.nfbi at gmail.com
>Good Morning Leaders:
>
>It is with a heavy heart that I report the passing of a long-time 
>fixture in the National Federation of the Blind of Iowa and the 
>country, Michael Barber. Michael has served in many capacities in the 
>Iowa affiliate, including as affiliate president for a number of years, 
>a dedicated board member, and most recently he was elected second 
>Vice-President at our 2020 state convention. I know many on this list 
>and throughout the organization knew him well, There is no doubt he 
>will be greatly missed. His passion, dedication, and desire to help the 
>blind everywhere are what made him such a powerful force in the 
>Federation. I will share service details as I receive them.
>Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Kim, and all of his family 
>and friends. Thank you!
>
>
>
>Scott Van Gorp, President
>National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
>Phone: 515-720-5282
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>
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>
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>Live the life you want.
>
>The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members 
>and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. 
>Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they 
>want.
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