U.S. Air Force · United States 
Jerry Van Barber
1976
Jerry Van Barber served the U.S. Air Force for 4 years.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Motor vehicle
What Happened
Deputy Jerry Barber was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a Jacksonville police officer during a traffic stop on Johnson Boulevard. Deputy Barber was struck as he returned to his patrol car. He was transported to Onslow Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The suspect was arrested at the scene and charged with DWI and vehicular manslaughter. Deputy Barber had been with the agency for a total of four years and had previously served with the United States Air Force.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, two-and-a-half-year-old daughter, parents, and six siblings.
Service Record
U.S. Air Force
1968 – 1972
Also Served
Onslow County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff
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