Obituary of Joseph Lee Barley

Joseph Lee Barley, (57), of Fort Myers Florida went to be with the Lord on 03/17/2024. Surrounded by his love ones he passed away peacefully in Sarasota, Florida.

Joseph, known to family as “Joey” was born to Joseph Shelton Barley Sr. and Patricia Ann McGill of Fort Myers Florida. A 4th generation Floridian, Joey grew up hunting and fishing in all Old Florida had to offer. A graduate of North Fort Myers High School class of 1984. He left Fort Myers after enlisting in the Marine Corps in 1985. From 1985 to 1989. Upon his return to Florida he continued to serve with the Cape Coral Fire Department then eventually with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. He retired in 2017 to a peaceful life raising cattle, hunting, and fishing with his son. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, and brother Shelton. He is survived by his wife Sandy, son Blake (Daughter in law Nevada), daughter Amy, all of his siblings, and many nieces and nephews he considered his children.

Services will be held at Crossroads Baptist Church 10721 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers Florida. A viewing will be held at 9 AM with a service to follow. He will be laid to eternal rest in Fort Denaud.