Charles "Chuck" Leslie Barb II, 60, of Springfield, WV passed away November 2, 2026 at his home.

Chuck was born October 28, 1966 in Cumberland, MD to Charles Leslie and Mary Ann Barb.

He graduated from Allegany High School in 1984. Following graduation he joined the U.S. Army, and served with the 101st Airborne Infantry Division. Following his time with the military, he then continued to serve his community by beginning a career as a Corrections Officer, following training and a brief position at Hagerstown's MCTC, then was a part of staffing the brand new WCI when it opened in 1996, and served there until his retirement in December 2022.

Chuck was an avid outdoorsmen, especially spending time hunting and fishing. He enjoyed going on long drives in his Silverado 1500 just taking in nature and our area's beautiful backroads. The family will fondly remember their time with him around a bonfire.

Preceding him in death was a stillborn son, Jeremiah Forrest Barb.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife of just over 30 years, Mimi Michele Marie (Smith) Barb; his two children, Brianna Marie (Barb) Byerley and husband Ryan, and Caden Logan Gerald Barb; a brother, Gary Barb; a sister, Julie Barb, her son and his nephew, Derek Barb; his beloved in-laws, Harry and Sara Smith; and his recliner buddy, Shadow the cat.

A chapel service and internment will be held Monday, November 9th beginning promptly at 11am at the MD Veterans Cemetery at Rocky Gap, 14205 Pleasant Valley Rd NE, Flintstone, MD.

Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post 13 Veterans Honor Guard and committal by Pastor David Hattenfield.

Following the cemetery services the family will be receiving friends at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 930 Frederick St, Cumberland, MD for a meal, sharing of memories, and prayer.

Those who would like to make memorial contributions in memory of Chuck are asked to direct them to Cornerstone Baptist Church: https://cumberlandcornerstone.churchcenter.com/giving

Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A. is assisting the family.