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William Barnes Obituary
Pittsford: October 20, 2008 after a heroic battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Susan (Stone); daughters, Kelli and Tori Barnes; son, Christopher and his family; sister, Patricia (Andrew) Nye; brother, Robert Barnes; mother-in-law, Shirley Stone; brother-in-law, Thomas (Pat) Stone; sister-in-law, Patricia (Maury) Wills; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Billy you are our hero!
Friends may call Wednesday, 3-8 PM at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave.). A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, 11:00 AM at St. Louis Church, 60 South Main Street, Pittsford. Interment in family plot at Maplewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be applied toward the education of Kelli and Tori, c/o T. Stone, 12 Harrison Circle, Pittsford, NY 14534. To light a candle visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for William Barnes
Barbara Genese
November 13, 2008
Sue
My thoughts are with you. If you remember, I had the pleasure of meeting your husband when he brought ice cream, at your request, to a group of seniors meeting in 303 at the Towers. I remember thinking what a kind and helpful husband he must be. "Skippy" has earned his place in history and enriched the world.
John & Lorri Jacobs
November 3, 2008
Dear Sue,
In 1973, I was lucky enough to be assigned to this Motley Crew at the Police and Fire Training Academy, in a Section named CTP-C. It was the worst, toughest, yet the best section of the City to work, and had the Cream of the Crop assigned there. Billy was a legend at that time, a real work horse, yet would take the time to teach a rookie the ropes, above and beyond the field training officer. I never learned so much so quickly, and felt so much like a member of a family at the same time. Billy was a member of that family, had been and still is.
There is a group of retired work horses down in Ft. Myers Florida who continue to talk about him of all the tireless work he did, of how he made us laugh, and how we missed him when it was time to move on and up in the Department, but our loss was the City’s gain. FYI, some wait to tell the good stories after someone’s demise, we have been telling our stories for a long-long time!
In 1989, Billy met my wife-to-be, Lorri, at our old watering hole, Shield’s, and won her over instantly with his kindness and humor. We later met you too, and I am not sure, but we may share the same wedding anniversary in September. Lorri later became a hospice nurse, and when we moved to Florida, she assisted in the Hospice care of John Wernsdorfer, another CTP-C family member, here in Florida, and did a wonderful job on her own time.
We believe that cancer is not necessarily a curse, as too many lives are snuffed out in an instant without the time to say goodbye. KEEP YOUR FAITH; believe and remember that Jesus gives those that he loves the most, tough tasks, which includes an invitation to come home to Heaven. My Mother also had cancer, and as did number of my friends, and when they approached their disease with this outlook, they knew had time to say goodbye and do many other things they wanted to.
Please keep your faith and remember that we will all be together again, and it is worth the wait. Our real home is not here; the beauty and love we share on earth is just a teaser of what is to come in our real home, Heaven!
One of the nicest things anyone can hear is what others think and thought of their family member, and Billy was a Good Cop, He was an Honest Cop, and a Good Friend.
Billy has only one task, and that is to continue loving you, which is not a task at all. He will be with you and watching over his family.
God Bless You and Your Family,
John & Lorri Jacobs Family
Ft. Myers, Florida
Nancy Campanozzi
October 26, 2008
Sue, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lou always spoke highly of Billy and hopefully they are kidding each other once again in a better place. Take care.
GARY BLASCHEK
October 24, 2008
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND HEARTFELT THOUGHTS GO OUT TO BILLY'S FAMILY. HE WAS A COPS COP. I WORKED WITH BILLY ON THE RPD, AND ENJOYED BEING AROUND HIM, HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND A FANTASTIC POLICE OFFICER. I'M SORRY I COULD NOT GET TO HIS WAKE DUE TO THE FACT THAT I JUST HAD SURGERY FOR PROSTATE CANCER AND WAS NOT MOBILE. TO HIS FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I KNOW HE WAS A GREAT HUSBAND AND FATHER AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED.
Harold (Howie) Dack
October 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Billy's loss will be felt by many people whose lives he touched in so many ways. Billy was both a dear friend and mentor during my years with the RPD. I will miss him dearly and think of him often. God bless you all.
Howie Dack
Jim, Cathy & Joey Tocha
October 23, 2008
Sue, Kelli & Tori,
It was a gift to have Billy as part of our life's journey. He made a difference! We have so many fond memories of time spent together, especially the laughs shared with him. Our deepest sympathies to each of you. He'll be missed.
Love & May God Bless You,
Joanne Faggiano
October 23, 2008
Sue,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Joanne Faggiano
Deb Weller-Plucknette
October 22, 2008
Sue...I send my loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this time...may your fond memories and current/future friendships sustain you in this future...
Robert Kammer
October 22, 2008
Sue and Family, Please accept my condolences at Bill's passing. I worked with Bill when he was with the Rochester Police Dept. I was with the Monroe County District Attorney"s Office. Bill was a superior police officer and a outstanding Investigator. His work made my job easier and the results of his work insured a safer community. I am in North Carolina at this time and unable to attend his services. May God hold you and your family in the palm of his hand at this time.
Kevin & Kim Mryglod
October 22, 2008
Our Dear Barnes Family, Our lives have been forever enriched because of you all.Susie you and Billy became our neighbors twenty years ago, but then you quickly became our family. Billy shared his gardening advise with me and you shared your daughters with us. I loved being out in the north yard(which we still call the Barnes field) to stop and visit with Billy. We shared many new plans for our yards. We still can look over in the yard and see Billy running back and forth from the shed with a shovel or bucket full of plants. Our lake times will always be treasured, Billy you are someone we just were not ready to let go. We know you know that Kelli, Tori and Susie will always be treasured in our lives. Keep watch over us til we meet again.Love,Kevin and Kimmy
Bob Wharmby
October 22, 2008
My sincere condolences, When I first came 0n the RPD Bill was one of my training officers in the old unit C.I will all ways have fond memories of Bill at that time.
paul boccacino
October 22, 2008
Dear Billy's family ... my most sincere and heartfelt sympathy along with my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
May God bless you all with peace and comfort now and forever from your memories held in your hearts.
I always enjoyed any chance I had to see and work with Billy on the RPD.
Kathy and Jeff Meredith
October 22, 2008
We will always remember Bill and how happy he was when at the lake. The more the merrier-a great host and always looking out for the kids-making sure they were having fun.
Jennifer Affronti
October 22, 2008
Sue and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. If I can help in any way please let me know. Keep memories alive.
Kris Bragg
October 22, 2008
Billy was an amazing person. I enjoyed working with him at Frontier. He had great attention to detail and protected Frontier like no other.
To his family-
I'm sorry for your lose and my prayers are with you.
Deputy Chief Terry Rickard
October 21, 2008
Goodbye my friend, until we soon meet again. Rest well in the comfort of the great work you have done for your community and the solace and comfort you provided to the families of the victim's you served. It is an honor to have served with you.
Billy Danno
October 21, 2008
I will always remember the wonderful times we had together in the Rochester Police Dept, and at Frontier. Sue, to you and the girls, our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Billy and Kathy Danno
Keith and Marlene Christopher
October 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kathy & Lester LaBell & Family
October 21, 2008
We have such fond memories of Billy. Our hearts are filled with sorrow. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Mary Jo Evans
October 21, 2008
Bill -
You were my boss, mentor and friend. I will miss you greatly.
Sue, Kelli & Tori -
My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Tony and Sue Fator
October 21, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
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