Don Allen Barron

Don Allen Barron Union City Don Allen Barron, born March 1, 1954, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family, August 28, 2009, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Debra; mother Pauline; 7 children, Don Jr., Christa, Steven, Gary, Jennifer, Kelly and Niki; 8 grandchildren, Alec, Mickayla, Haily, Kollin, Lauren, Lucas, Bryanna and Amber; 2 sisters, Robin and Dorothy; 3 brothers, Thomas, Chuck and Larry; and numerous extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, brother, and sister. Don was retired from the US Army, and was employed with Starr Commonwealth. He will be fondly remembered as a devoted husband, adored papa, trusted friend and avid fisherman. Those who knew Don will remember the smile he always had on his face and his hearty laugh. His children will remember his practical jokes, and his grandchildren will recall weekends at the family's lake home and learning to fish alongside their papa. Friends may meet with his family at their home in Union City, on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at 6 p.m. where Full Military Honors by the Athens V.F. W. Post 5319 will be presented. Arrangements by Spencer Family Funeral Home, Athens. To share memories please visit www.spencerfamilyfuneralhome.com