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1915 - 2009
 Reverend (R.E.) Barclay was born May 17, 1915 in Manning, Texas to Edgar and Rena Barclay. He joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 13, 2009. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church in Silsbee at 2:00 p. m. on June 18th. Visitation will be at Farmer Funeral Home, Wednesday June 17th from 5:00 to 8:30 pm and also beginning at 1:00pm preceding the service at the church. Brother Barclay served in the ministry for 70 years, 30 of those being pastor at First Baptist Church in Silsbee where he retired in 1980. After retirement he continued to serve in various capacities throughout Southeast Texas. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Agnes and daughter Nancy. Survivors include daughters Elizabeth Keel and husband Raymond of The Woodlands, Frances Shows and husband David of Silsbee, Jan Collins and husband Billy of Deer Park, son-in-law Glen Burnham of Houston and sister Billie Ashmore of Houston. Grandchildren include Paula McCauley, Rob Bell, Pam Wilson, David Shows, Ray Keel, Douglas Shows, Wayne Collins, Bobby Burnham, Tommy Burnham and Jimmy Burnham. He is also survived by 23 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Silsbee. |
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There are currently 11 condolences.
Richard Johnson
rrjandllj@windstream.net
Thursday June 18, 2009 at
6:31 PM
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I consider it a privilege and honor to have been under the leadership of Bro. Barclay as I was growing up. He was my pastor for 15 years at First Baptist and I have had the pleasure of visiting with him since his retirement whenever he visited Fairdale Baptist. He and I share the same birthday, May 17. With Christian love, Richard Johnson
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Perry and Betsy Harritt Smith (Lakeway, Texas)
perrysmith@aol.com
Thursday June 18, 2009 at
2:41 PM
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What wonderful memories we have of Brother Barclay. He came to Silsbee FBC when I was a teenager. His gentle nature and thoughtful sermons helped shape my life. On Feb. 24, 1956, he married us in the sanctuary of the brand new FBC. We always enjoyed visiting with him when we returned to Silsbee over the years while he was still there. His spiritual influence in the Silsbee community was deep and long-lasting. He truly was a great man of God, and now he has joined my father, mother, brother and many more of his Silsbee friends in a wonderful, joyous heavenly reunion.
Perry Smith
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Vivienne Whittington Kirkland
Thursday June 18, 2009 at
12:57 AM
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Bro. Barclay will certainly be missed. I remember so many fun times growing up in FBC, Silsbee. I sometimes borrow a phrase that he used to use in his sermons..."And people, that's not coincidence; that's Providence!" There are many other memories I cherish from growing up in his church. Many include his family, too. My parents sing his praises so often, and they are well-deserved! My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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Gene (Tommy) Banres
genebarnes@peoplepc.com
Wednesday June 17, 2009 at
10:15 PM
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Elizabeth, Frances, and Jan my thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time. Oh what wonderful memories I have of growing up under your father's watchcare at First Baptist Silsbee. Although I am saddened at his passing, I joyfully celebrate his life and legacy truly as a "man after God's own heart." He will always be "my pastor" and words cannot express the depth of my heartfelt love for your father. His teachings and influence have continued throughout my life to help me become the man that God would have me to be. My love to you all, Tommy
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Larry and Nell McBride - Pineland, TX
Wednesday June 17, 2009 at
9:46 AM
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Bro. Barclay has been an inspiration in our life since we met him several years ago. He always had a smile and pleasant word each time we saw him. Our loss is heaven's gain. Larry and Nell McBride
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Karen Barnes Jordan
kj@karenjordan.net
Tuesday June 16, 2009 at
5:48 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the whole community of faith in Silsbee. We loved Bro. Barclay; he was part of so many memorable moments for our family. Blessings to you all from Arkansas, Dan and Karen Jordan
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coleman and kathy lindsey and family
Tuesday June 16, 2009 at
12:36 PM
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Uncle R.E. was always a very happy person. He always made you feel welcomed and important. He will be greatly missed. But he is home with his master, wife and daugther. We know he is very happy to be home. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
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JAMES CAWLEY
jc0225@comcast.net
Tuesday June 16, 2009 at
12:15 PM
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bro. Barclay was a great example and influential in my life.
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HAROLD BEAN
hbean43@aol.com
Tuesday June 16, 2009 at
4:04 AM
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A man of God after Gods own heart is how I would discribe Bro. Barclay. Perfect in the flesh, no but in God sight yes, because he was a blood bought child of the King. Bro. Barclay oficiated in my
wedding in 1963 and over these years I have seen a faithful man of God serve with dedication and perserverance. Steady was Bro Barclay. To Elzabeth, Frances, and Jan I lift you up and pray. I also rejoice with you on his home going to be with his precious Savior the Lord Jesus Christ. Thanks again David for letting me know.
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Howard & Juana Matthews
Monday June 15, 2009 at
7:37 PM
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We add our sentiments to the long list of those who have known, loved, and been influenced by Bro. Barclay and Agnes. Among the many churches they served faithfully is Parkway Baptist on Lake Rayburn. His memory is very much alive here even now. We rejoice in his homegoing while we, like so many, will miss him.
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Pat Richardson (Pantego, TX)
Monday June 15, 2009 at
6:22 PM
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I count it as blessing to have known Bro. Barclay for well over have of his 94 years on this earth. I was there when he preached his first sermon as pastor of FBC, Silsbee, and I was at the service when he retired in 1980. He came to Silsbee doing the Lord's work and now he has left us to do the same.
What a legacy he has left for his family and friends.
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