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2021
Van BARNETTE Obituary
Van was born September 16, 1922, in Middletown, Ohio, to John Hamilton and Smashie Lee Barnette. He passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at the age of 98. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eula, sisters Evelyn, Augusta, Ruth, Edith, "Baby Sister", and
brothers Herman, Marvin, and
Donald. Van leaves to cherish his memory his three children, son Duane R. Barnette (Cynthia), daughter Shelley J. Barnette-Steele (Philip), daughter Karla J. Barnette, three grandchildren, Tiffany, Lindsey and Philip, Jr. (Keneisha), three great-grandchildren, Rhianna, Rhylie, Maverik, sister Helen Barnette, and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be Thursday, July 15, 2021, from 12pm until time of service 12:15pm – with a Masonic presentation from 11am until 12pm at Faith Fellowship Church, 1915 S. Main St., Middletown, Ohio 45044, Rev. James I. Peebles, Officiating. Professional services entrusted to Donald Jordan Memorial Chapel.
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Pam Hamzah
July 29, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear father. I wish the family peace during this difficult time.
Scott Stamper
July 11, 2021
I had the honor and joy of meeting Mr. Barnette on June 16th, 2015 in line at the title office in Middletown, Ohio. Everyone knows I love to talk and meet new people, emphasis on talk. That day Mr. Barnette's story was fascinating and captivating. I could have listened to him all day. Being a Navy veteran myself I was in awe of his extraordinary and unique military service. I posted about my gift of his conversation on a local FB page and the response by those that knew him was overwhelming. I am sorry I never had the chance or took the time to get to know this fine man and remarkable citizen further. Fair winds and following seas, Mr. Barnette. Our hometown, our Navy, and our world is better because of you.
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