The family of Grant Barr, a New York banker who went missing while on vacation in Spain, confirmed that the remains found washed ashore belong to him. Grant had disappeared on January 28 while staying with friends and relatives in Estepona on the Costa del Sol. His pants and passport were found near a beach at a resort, prompting a massive search. His body washed up on a beach on March 3, but his family was not notified until April 4, when the remains were identified through DNA.
Grant Barr’s father, Michael Barr, shared the news of his son’s passing on Facebook, expressing profound sadness. Grant had traveled to Spain for a sailing getaway after a difficult breakup and was reportedly in an emotional state. He was described as someone with a thirst for life, who loved sailing, skydiving, and flying. Although authorities initially ruled his cause of death as drowning, the exact circumstances surrounding his disappearance and death remain unclear.
James Barr, Grant’s brother, expressed frustration over the delay in notification about his brother’s remains being found. He mentioned that the family had been searching for Grant for weeks before being informed of his death. Officials in Spain, including the Guardia Civil and Policia Nacional, have not commented on the case. Grant had worked at The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and previously at Citibank, according to his LinkedIn page.
The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation expressed deep sadness over the passing of their colleague, Grant Barr, and extended their sympathies to his family during this difficult time. The U.S. Department of State also confirmed Barr’s passing and offered their sincerest condolences to the family. Grant’s brother, James, reflected on the unexpected outcome of his brother’s disappearance and death, emphasizing that they did not anticipate such a tragic ending.
The Barr family’s search for Grant came to a heartbreaking conclusion with the identification of his remains. Grant’s father, Michael, asked for strength to carry on after the loss of his son and expressed gratitude for the prayers and support from those who knew and loved Grant. The circumstances surrounding Grant’s disappearance, as well as the delay in notifying the family about his death, have added to the family’s grief over the tragic loss of their loved one. Grant Barr’s legacy as a vibrant and adventurous individual will remain in the memories of those who knew him.
