Eddie Lee Barrett

1944 - 2017

Eddie Lee Barrett obituary, 1944-2017, Talledega, AL

BORN

1944

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Southern Heritage Funeral Home & Cemetery

475 Cahaba Valley Road

Pelham, Alabama

Eddie Barrett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 31, 2017.

Master Sergeant Eddie Lee Barrett, 73, of Pell City, Alabama passed away on December 30, 2017.

Eddie Grew up in Oloh, Mississippi, the son of the late William (Red) and Ruthie Barrett. He graduated from Sumrall High School in 1963 and then attended Mississippi State. Eddie moved to the Birmingham area and soon joined the Alabama National Guard. He also pursued a career in the Insurance business. Eventually, Eddie went full -time with the Alabama National Guard. He accumulated 35 years of service and duty, which included a Tour of Duty in Saudi Arabia with Desert Shield and Desert Storm. During his service time, he was recognized as Soldier of the Year as well as receiving numerous other awards and commendations.

Upon retirement in 1997 Eddie and his wife Jane spent time traveling, enjoying Alabama Football, playing golf, and fishing. They spent several years living at Emerald Pointe in Zephyrhills, Fl. In 2015 Eddie and Jane moved back to Alabama to be near their children and grandchildren.

Eddie is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Bill Barrett. He is survived by his wife Jane Humphries Barrett; his son Jimbo (Misty) Barrett, of Headland, Al.; his daughter Cindy (Tommy) Willis, of Springville, Al.; his 4 grandchildren Payton and Caroline Barrett, TJ and Barrett Willis; 2 step-grandchildren Meigs Roberts and Ashley Henson and one step-great-grandson Brooks Henson; 2 brothers, 3 sisters, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.

Services will be held on January 16 at Southern Heritage Funeral Home 425 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, Alabama. Visitation from 9-10 with a Memorial service at 10:00 with Rev. Misty Barrett officiating. Interment with full Military Honors begin at 2:45 at the Alabama National Cemetery 3133 Hwy 119, Montevallo, Al.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517.

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January 16, 2018

Jimbo, sorry to read about your dad. I remember the the love and respect you always showed for him.
Darryl Higginbotham
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January 15, 2018

V.

God will strengthen you matt. 11. 28.

January 14, 2018

Please know that others share your grief and pray that the God of all comfort sustain each of you during your time of mourning.

January 14, 2018

AC

God is good and merciful, he keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15.

January 14, 2018

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May you find much comfort from our God of comfort during this difficult time (Act 24:15)

January 13, 2018

V.

Our condolences go out to you ps. 55. 22.

January 13, 2018

L

I pray you find comfort in your time of loss, knowing that God is near, ready to be your refuge. Psalm 9:9.

January 12, 2018

Leonard & Petrina Slade

God bless all in your time of loss. We are thankful for Eddie's service to our country. I pray that God will apply His 'Heart Healing Salve' upon each hurting heart. God bless ..... Leonard and Petrina Slade (Rita's sister-n-law, Terry's sister)

January 12, 2018

Offering my deepest sympathy to the Barrett family. Sorry for your lists. May the peace of God comfort you through this most difficult time

January 11, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."

January 11, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss, please continue treasure the fond memories of your loved one. Lovingly, our Heavenly Father has made it possible for Eddie to live again, happily, healthy and in peace. (John 6:40; Matthew 5:4,5)

May he rest in peace...

January 9, 2018

Sincere condolences to the Barnett Family in the loss of your loved one and a life well-lived. May the God of all comfort, "who comforts us in all our trials", give you peace and strength to endure in the days ahead (2 Corin. 1:3,4).

January 9, 2018

Yvonne

I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I pray that the God of all comfort grant you peace at this time.

January 9, 2018

CW

To the family of Eddie L. Barrett. Very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you at this difficult time, and be comfort and strengthen by God'sWord in John 6:40.

January 9, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family, May your hearts be comforted forever as you cope with the loss of your dear loved one. - Philip 4:6&77

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16

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Southern Heritage Funeral Home & Cemetery

475 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, AL 35124

Jan

16

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Southern Heritage Funeral Home & Cemetery

475 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, AL 35124

Jan

16

Interment

2:45 p.m.

Alabama National Cemetery

3133 Hwy 119, Montevallo, AL

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475 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, AL 35124

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