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The Barnes family sadly announces the death of their beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Robert “Jerry” Barnes, who passed away peacefully on September 24, 2021 following a long battle with lung disease.
Jerry was born on August 18, 1944 at the hospital in Wyandotte, Michigan. He grew up in Lincoln Park, Michigan with his mother, father, two brothers, and three sisters. He graduated from Lincoln Park High School and started his lifelong career in construction. Jerry met his wife Pat a few years after graduating high school.
Jerry, Pat, and their two daughters moved to Florida where Jerry worked as a superintendent at Epcot. They later moved to Georgia where Jerry eventually retired from his career in construction.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Austin & Frances Barnes, and his brother Tom (Sharon) Barnes. He is survived by his wife, Pat Barnes; daughters, Sandy (Tim) Lackey and Lindsey (Ronnie) Dutrow; his grandchildren, Hank Lackey, Luke Dutrow, Carly Jo Lackey, Owen Dutrow; his siblings, Harriett Prisza, Jim Barnes, Sandy Nance, Jackie (Denny) Sheets; sisters-in-law, Kathy Jo (Lanny) Fox and Nancy Slezak; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be planned in Michigan at a later date.
The family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 3570 Buford Hwy #202, Duluth, GA 30096
(678) 584 0914 www.GeorgiaCremation.com
Theresa &Tom ODonnell says
Jerry was such a great neighbor and friend. One time at a neighborhood association meeting, a woman complained that someone had dumped tires in the empty lot next to her house. Jerry disappeared from the meeting, only to return 30 minutes later to announce that the tires were gone. He often was seen planting, trimming, cleaning, and caring for the neighborhood entrances. He will be missed. Know that we are here for you, Pat. Love, Theresa &Tom
Nancy Jewett says
Nancy Jewett & Jeff Lacey
We will greatly miss Jerry’s smile and laughter at our neighborhood get togethers. Many us have moved on to new locations, but this was still the best neighborhood and group of friends, that I have ever had. Pat, please let us know if there is anything we can do. We love you, Nancy & Jeff
Denny Sheets says
Pat, I hope you, Sandy and Lindsey and families are doing OK. I wish all of you peace in your hearts. Just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed Jerry’s visits here in Tennessee. The great times him, Daniel and I had riding motorcycles around the mountains and rural roads here. I know he really enjoyed it. After a days ride we’d come home tired and he’d get his map out and start planning the next day’s ride. I’m going to miss that. Jackie and I love you. God bless.
Jackie sheets says
Rest In Peace my dear brother
Sandra Wynns says
Dear Pat, I am very saddened to learn about Jerry. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you, Sandy, Lindsey and their families. I know this is a terrible loss. Wishing you peace and comfort……love from a Tennessee cousin. Sandy Wynns