Rev. James F. Barco

I see Joe/Jim in my mind's eye in front of a Truimphe he brought to my mother's house one Sunday, more than 50 years ago.  He met my cherished friend Camille.  I was in their wedding and time has stood still since.  We can wonder all we want, but on that glorious day, the Lord will explain why.  "Casting all your cares upon Him, for he careth for you".  

Much Love,

The Tinkham Family (Phil Sr, Julie, Phil Jr. Christina)

May the Lord be with you Camile, Melanie and Glenn and your family. May He cover you with His Love and Peace and Comfort at this time of separation. Pastor Barco was a man who walked in the steps of our Lord...always having time to listen, guide and encourage. Now, at his rest, may he find the joy of being with our Lord and Savior. We wait, one day, as you do, to be reunited with this great man. We love you and pray for you during this time. Love, Jerry and Diane

Love to Camille, the children and grands! We have lost a wonderful Christian gentleman and Heaven has gained an eternal friend. Jim is not looking back or down but into the eyes of the One he served, and we all hope to please. WELL DONE JIM!

Glenn & Family 

God will definitely show you the way to smile again

I know this experience will change you forever Just remember all the good times you shared with your father and all the love he gave you throughout the years He is not gone he will live in your hearts forever  

Rick@ Donna

Camille:

We will miss our dear neighbor and friend.  His smile was always there to greet us when we passed during the day.  He was a kind and gentle man who never judged just listened and cared.  We always admired his ability to work so hard around his property no matter what the weather was.  He would do anything to help.  You just needed to ask and he was there.  Frank so enjoyed his company when outside chores would coincide.  They often got into conversations that Frank will miss.  Frank could talk to Jim about his deepest feelings and Jim was such a calming influence no matter where the subject matter would go.  Jim truly was a spiritual man and it was evident at all times.  We know that Jim was welcomed to God's heaven and is now at peace and free from suffering.

Although we probably won't be able to make it to the memorial service, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Although he will leave a huge hole, we can rest assured knowing that he is now cancer free, and feeling better than he's ever felt before!

God bless

Trevor

Jim was a good neighbor and friend.  We met Jim when we were cutting a dead tree down that was leaning very much toward our property.  As the tree was falling it took a 180 degree turn, went across the street, took out the electric lines, put over 500 people out of electric, and left the top half of the tree in Jim's back yard.  Wires were all over the street.  We cut up and removed the tree  trunk from the street as it was getting dark.  Jim and Camille were away, came back late, discovered the mess in their yard the next morning.  We in the morning introduced ourselves to our bewildered neighbors with the messed up yard, told them we would clean up the mess.  They were very kind about the whole thing showing us they were understanding, kind, loving, easy to get-along- with people.  We became friends (thanks be to God who obviously sent the tree their way in the first place).  Jim was an active contributor  in a Bible study group with us, surprised us by mowing our lawn when our mower broke, brought home grown vegetables over to us, fed our cats when we were away, etc. ,etc., etc.  Jim lived the love of Christ every moment of his life.  What a blessed neighbor.  We will miss you Jim.

I'm so thankful that I had the privilege and joy of knowing Jim. He was a dear friend, a confidant, an encourager and a much appreciated presence in my life. I will always treasure our many chats and chuckles, especially our theological discussions. Jim was a very special man of utmost sincerity and integrity. His love for his Lord and his family were evident in everything he did and said. Our love and prayers to all the family.

don hawkins

Pastor Barco was an example of the love of God to our family. His life and ministry led us onto a path where we continue walking with Jesus today. We will be eternally grateful for his influence upon our lives. May the Holy Spirit be your comfort. Condolences to the family. 

Saddened to hear the passing of such a sweet gentle man. He was a great role model. He finished his race and gained the prize. Oh to be at the feet of Jesus! Prayers for family and friends. 

Glenn & Family

     Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the prayers of those who care ease the pain you and your family are going through. And may sweet memories of your James bring serenity to you.

Our hearts go out to you at this time. We are praying that God will comfort you & all your family. Bro Barco was a special man of God & will be missed by so many. We both remember how kind he was, & many seem to remember his gentleness. What a wonderful Christian example!!  May God be with you in the days ahead. 

Camille,

Diane and I can celebrate the life of your dear husband, Jim. You and Jim have been such a wonderful loving example for us all. I read a wonderful message today that really touched my heart and caused me to reflect on Jim's journey while here on earth. 'Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.'

I am confident that Today! 'Jim for the joy set before him endured with patience, the hardships of his trail. And now that Jim's journey is over will see Jesus face to face and live with Him forever.'  (Paraphrased from Hebrews 12: 1-2).

Lastly, we can all look forward to seeing your loving husband face to face and live with him forever.

My God continue to hold you in His loving arms.

Jerry & (Diane) 

Pastor Barco was our pastor at the Kingsway Assembly of God church in Cherry Hill, NJ. We have nothing but warm memories of his loving, warm manner in pastoring. We will never forget his smile and his frequent line..."God bless you real good!" He was very knowledgeablw, an awesome teacher and a very caring pastor. Camile, was so specia tool and was so loved by everyone in the church. Pastor then moved to a position at the Valley Forge Christian College which was very special to us, as our daughter Minday was attending the college at that time. When she graduated, we were not aware of her admireable accomplishments, and our very dear friend, Pastor Barco, pulled us aside in the hallway, on the night of her graduation and said..."Did you know that Minday is graduating summa cum laude?" We responded that we were not aware of that!! What a special moment of pride and so much love coming from Pastor as he was so pleased to have the opportunity to tell us. A very special memory. We love him and will always miss him. Prayers for Camile, their children and their entire family at this time. Much Love, Pastor Steve and Carol Burton. 

Glenn & Family,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Jim always had a smile and a kind word to say.  Spoke with him many times about our faith in Jesus Christ our Savior. He will be missed by everyone here at Moccasin Run. May GOD surround you with HIS love and grace.

It's always with mixed emotions when a brother-in-the Lord departs for Glory.  Certainly we sorrow, and are saddened for family and loved ones. But then, quickly our minds think of the prospect of seeing Jesus, other departed loved ones, and just the sheer joy of the Presence of the Lord!  In reading other condolences, the most descriptive words that reappear are "kindness," and "gentle."  I cannot help but agree.  I'd like to add another word, "genuine."  You never got the feeling that all that "kindness" and "gentleness" was contrived, or just for show.  Jim was "genuine," the "real thing."  I will always be grateful to him for the "kindness" he showed my son when at Valley Forge.  May all the good words and memories that will be expressed linger in your minds over these next difficult days, and the peace of God fill your heart and soul, knowing that God gave you a wonderful gift in Jim.  One that will not end here, but is awaiting your arrival.  Blessings to you all.

I will always be grateful to God for Jim's kindness.   When I came into central New Jersey to start our church, he was supportive and encouraging during the early hard years.  Jim's leadership in the section was outstanding.  He was looked up to by other pastors in the area.

My prayers are with your entire family for God's comfort at this time.

Having learned of the loss of Rev. James Barco, Jim as we called him, our minds went to you Carmile and family, and to the dedicated life that our brother in the Lord and on the New Jersey presbytery board that his life radiated.  It was in the years of my first heart surgery, that he was one of team that helped look out for me at those two day conferences where we stayed overnight and I needed someone to walk with me getting my strength.  In those days, I remember Jim’s being on a committee that I chaired evaluation and rewrite of the Ordination exam.  He became the secretary and rewrite person on that committee having just completing a class on the subject. Of course, I had to listen to the old EBI stories from the body, but Jim seemed stand tall among the renounced group of brothers, adding to my respect and appreciation – yes, he loved the Lord.

            Regret that Anita and I cannot be with you on this day because of stones appearing this week in my saliva duct, but praying that God’s comfort and strength will be with you and your family.

To the Barco Family this message comes late but thank you for sharing your husband and father with people in need.  Pastor Barco and Camille opened their home to my family to care for my infant son upon the death of my father in 1975, so that we could make the trip to Buffalo NY.  At the time we were pastoring an Assembly of God in Old Saybrook,CT.  Thank you for opening your home and your hearts to those in need as you did to the Parkhurst Family in 1975.  May those in New Jersey and Pennsylvania open their hearts to you at this time in your life.  Pastor Barco will always be remembered for his sweet spirit and his love in sharing the Word of God with people who were willing to listen.  In Christian love, P Gene Parkhurst

Glenn and family
So sorry to hear of pastor Barco's passing.
May you and your entire family be at peace.
He was a very good man and pastor to us.
Tony & Elizabeth Marinelli