Charles P. Barnes

1945 - 2013

Charles P. Barnes obituary, 1945-2013

BORN

1945

DIED

2013

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Alabama Heritage Funeral Home

10505 Atlanta Highway

Montgomery, Alabama

Charles Barnes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 20, 2013.

Barnes, MSgt. Charles "Chuck" Patrick Barnes (USAF, Ret.) passed away on February 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 45 years (married on May 6, 1967) at the First Baptist Church in Meadville, PA), Mary Loralyn "Lynn" Wasson Barnes; his son, MSgt Jeffery M. Barnes, USAFR; his daughter, Jennifer L; his sister Mary T. Wren, brother John A. Barnes; his aunt, Patricia Barnes; his mother-in-law, Maryevelyn L. Wasson; his sisters-in-law, Dianne L. Lawson and Marla J. Wasson (Ed Murak); one niece and two nephews; cousins and a multitude of friends. He was preceded in death his father, Charles A. Barnes; his mother, Mary Agnes McCabe Barnes Collins and his brother, Michael A. Barnes, father-in-law Lorance S. Wasson, brother-in-law Dean F. Lawson, nephew Nathan L. Robison, and several beloved aunts and uncles.
Chuck was a member of The American Legion Post 113, Millbrook, AL and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 4572, Wetumpka, AL. He was a computer whiz in the Air Force and carried that knowledge with him into his civilian career with Sperry and Unisys. He was affectionately known as "PC" by his friends and was always willing to share his computer knowledge. He was also a fan of boating. Chuck loved cruising Lake Martin on his pontoon boat with his friends and family. Chuck entered military service with the Air Force in 1962 and retired in 1983. His foreign service included a tour in Spangdahlem, Germany and two tours in Incirlik, Turkey. He was the recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal with 2 oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 5 oak leaf clusters, the National Defense Service Medal, the Air Force Longevity Award with 4 oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force Professional Military Education Ribbon. Chuck was also twice selected the Air Force Data Systems Design Center Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter. A viewing will be held at Alabama Heritage Funeral Home on Friday, February 22, 2013 from 3 – 4 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 4:00 p.m. with Chaplain Larry Layne officiating. There will be an additional viewing at Waid Funeral home in Meadville, PA before he is laid to rest at Greendale Cemetery with full military honors. Cards and flowers may be sent to Waid Funeral Home, 581 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA. 16335. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the American Cancer Society in Chuck's honor. Condolences may be offered at www.alabamaheritagefh.com. Alabama Heritage Directing.

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February 20, 2019

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Marge Suhr

He is very much missed I keep in touch with the family as I know you would love to know

March 9, 2013

Marge Suhr

Chuck Barnes you will be sadly missed.
Praying for the family and there loss. We will stay by them if they need help.
Love Bill and Marge Suhr

March 6, 2013

TSgt Jean Giacobbe

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Respectfully-
Jean Giacobbe & Family

February 24, 2013

Teresa Yellowdy-Haley

MSgt Barnes. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time. My time ease your pain.

February 23, 2013

Rodger Cesaro

Jeffery,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Rodger and Marta Cesaro

February 22, 2013

Henok Kebede

Dear 1st SGT Barnes:
May God gives you and your family the strength in this time of sorrow.

February 22, 2013

Jennifer Jones-Everett, SMS (Ret)

1st Sgt Barnes, so sorry for your loss. Praying that GOD flood the hearts of your entire family with comforting peace and happy memories during this challenging time.

February 22, 2013

Teresa Chacon

MSgt Barnes,
My prayers are with you and your family.

February 22, 2013

Candace Tisdal

Greetings 1st SGT Barnes, it is never easy to say good bye to our loved ones but know you are not alone. May God Bless and keep you and your family during your time of bereavement.

February 22, 2013

Dear 1st SHIRT:
I offer my deepest sympathy for you and your family. Your Father must've been a wonderful person to raise such a wonderful person and must be so proud of your accomplishments in the military. God be with you and your family.
Col Vincetta Tsouris

February 22, 2013

William Smith

1st Shirt, my greatest sympathy and condolences to you and your family during this time. Continue to stay strong and may the peace of God surround and encompass you and your loved ones during this time. God bless

February 22, 2013

Allana Della

1st Jeffrey Barnes,
I know that no words can help ease the pain and loss you feel when losing your loved one. But know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I pray God comforts and gives you and your family strength to endure.

February 22, 2013

Mary Lambert

Lynn, May god bless you and your family at this time and through the days ahead. I love you. Mary Lambert

February 22, 2013

Chief Q

February 22, 2013

Santasha Quarles

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours

CMSgt Quarles

February 21, 2013

Renita Bean

My prayers are with you and your family during this trying time.

February 21, 2013

Jorge-Augusto Delgadillo

First Sergeant Barnes,
I offer my condolences in this sad times for you and your family. Seeing how essential and involved you are at the unit I am sure your father could not be anything but proud. The entire unit is here for you if you need anything just like you are for us. Thank you for everything you do for us.

February 21, 2013

Deborah Moore

Shirt, May God provide comfort and strength to you and your family.

February 21, 2013

Karin Nelson

First Sergeant Barnes,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Very sorry for your loss. Keep doing what you do for us at the wing to continue to make your father proud! The Air Force appreciates your family for your dedication and service!
-SSgt Nelson
459th ASTS

February 21, 2013

Whitt Deas

Our thoughts and prayers are indeed with the family at this sorrowful event.

February 21, 2013

Joe Licci

Chuck helped me thru the transition of being in the military to a civilian job. He always was supportive and patient with me. I am forever grateful to have had you as a good friend, Chuck. Happy trails,,see you on the other side when it is my turn to make the big trip. Hopefully, we will tip one again there.

February 21, 2013

Loralyn, Jeffery, and Jennifer Barnes

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