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Willis Barnes Obituary

BARNES WILLIS CLIFFORD BARNES (Age 87) Rear Admiral, USN (Ret.) On July 26, 2008, of Roanoke, VA and long time resident of Vienna, VA. Most loved husband of Marjorie L. Barnes; loving father of Barbara B. Smith, Thomas R. Barnes and David L. Barnes; beloved grandfather of six grandsons. Friends my call at MURPHY FALLS CHURCH FUNERAL HOME, 1102 W. Broad St. (Rt. 7) on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. and where a memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2008, at 11 a.m. Interment Saturday, August 2, 2008, in Waterville, NY.

Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 28, 2008.
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Dear Marjorie, Helen and I were shocked to get your message. We are away until late next month. Sorry we cannot be there, but have called several people. Will send you the article we discussed when I get it. Regret Bill did not see it, but hope your family will like the memory of his time in NR. He was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend. Please accept our condoloences at this time of great grief. Helen and David

David Leighton

July 28, 2008

Marge, So sorry to hear of Bill's passing.

Paula Hagan

July 28, 2008

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