Melton Lee Barnes

1926 - 2017

Melton Lee Barnes obituary, 1926-2017, Dallas, TX

BORN

1926

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Laurel Land Funeral Home – Dallas

6000 South R. L. Thornton Fwy

Dallas, Texas

Melton Barnes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 26, 2017.

Melton Lee Barnes passed away Saturday, December 23rd at the age of 91. He was born in Rice, Texas on February 12, 1926 to Ora Modelle Womack and Loyce P. Barnes. After graduating from Forest Avenue High School in May 1944, he joined the U.S. Army in July 1944. In February 1945, he was deployed as a proud member of the 10th Calvary attached to the 10th Mountain Division in Europe. Upon the completion of the war he returned to Dallas Texas where he married Cora Wretha Gallatin in January 1952. He retired from Riverside Press after 40 years as a master printer, where he was responsible for the printing of such items as the Neiman Marcus catalog as well as many of the Hallmark greeting cards. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and outdoorsman. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Cora Wretha Barnes, daughters Tina Barnes of Greenville, Texas and Lisa Barnes of Richardson, Texas and his son, Eugene Barnes, his wife Rhonda and their children Madison and Trent of Dallas Texas. In addition, he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Laurel Land Funeral Home located at 6000 South R L Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX Thursday, December 28, 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Laurel Land Funeral Home, Friday December 29 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation of time or money to The VA North Texas Fisher House at www.northtexas.va.gov/services/fisher_house.asp

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December 26, 2018

Thomas Wigington

I am sorry for your loss. Always remember that God is loving and kind and He cares for you. 1Peter 5:6,7

December 24, 2018

V T

My deepest condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time of sorrow. May Mercy and Peace and Love be increased to you.

December 31, 2017

Gerry Ottinger

Rest in peace Melton you will be missed by James and I. Never will forget you and all of your kindness in all of the years that I have known you. You were a blessing in all the joyful times that I have visit you and Cora. God Bless you and your family.

December 29, 2017

Lori Dees

Thank you for being a wonderful uncle and treating all of us with love.

December 29, 2017

Tim Barnes

You were a positive influence on everyone that worked with you.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 29, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss in the near future death will be brought to nothing 1Corinthians 25:26 until that time arrives may you abound in hope

December 28, 2017

Please accept my condolences. I am so sorry for your family's loss. Only God can fully understand the emotional impact of your family's loss, and I pray that He provides you with much needed comfort.(Psalm 145:18,19)

December 28, 2017

Raquel

I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain you during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2). My prayers are with your family.

December 28, 2017

Terri & Andy Callaway

We love you Uncle Melton and will miss you every day!

December 28, 2017

Agape

My deepest condolences to the Barnes and extended families for the passing of your dear loved one Melton. Please take comfort in the words found at John 6:40 they will bring you peace and a happy hope of seeing your dear loved one again!

December 27, 2017

Patsy Shue

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 26, 2017

Jackie Walton

Melton was a great guy that I had the honor of knowing and working with at Riverside Press. I hold wonderful memories of him in my heart. Sympathy and prayers to his family.

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Dec

28

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Laurel Land Funeral Home – Dallas

6000 South R. L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75232

Dec

29

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Laurel Land Funeral Home – Dallas

6000 South R. L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75232

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