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William Barefoot Obituary

William Gayle Barefoot WEDDINGTON - William Gayle Barefoot, of Weddington, NC, died on April 25, 2015, at Union County Hospice. He was 76. Mr. Barefoot attended UNC-Chapel Hill, joined the Armed Services and later received his degree from Belmont Abbey College. Mr. Barefoot was born in Charlotte in 1938 and graduated from Harding High School in 1956. He was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division and served in the post war Korean conflict. He was a candidate for the Army Olympics Rifle Team. He had a career in sales with Ford Motor Company, Jonathan Logan Inc. clothing representative and CCIM with Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mickey G. Key who resides in Weddington, one son, one daughter and six grandchildren, his brothers Richard (Ann) Barefoot of Raleigh, Paul Barefoot of Killingworth, CT, and sister, Robin (Brian) Hussey of Charlotte. A memorial service will be held at Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington/ Matthews Chapel, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews, NC, on Saturday, May 2, at 2:00 p.m. Please contact the funeral home for directions due to the closed bridge on Forest Lawn Drive. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Humane Society at www.humanesociety.org. Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.heritagecares.com.

Published by Charlotte Observer from Apr. 29 to Apr. 30, 2015.
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Jimmy Hooks

May 7, 2015

My heart-felt condolences go out to the Barefoot family. Bill and I were friends in high school and I remember him fondly. I know how hard this time is for the family, and I pray that you can take comfort in the fact that we'll see each other again in the "sweet bye and bye".

May 3, 2015

To The Barefoot Family,
Grief can be so hard, at this difficult time, but our special memories of our love one help us cope. Also the love of family and friends can help carry you through your grief.

With Peace and Comfort,
Ms. Flonnie Taylor
Wilson, North Carolina

May 1, 2015

Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to Bill's family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand as you journey through this most difficult time.

Nancy & Chris Griffin

May 1, 2015

Mickey, I am so sorry to hear about Bill. I am praying for God's comfort for you.
Blessings!
Bradford

April 30, 2015

To the family,
So very sorry for your loss. This is a very difficult time for all of you. May the fond memories of your loved one sustain you during this sad time. Find comfort in knowing that soon all suffering will end Isa. 35

April 30, 2015

I am sorry for your lost. May the god of comfort be with your family

April 30, 2015

I am sorry for your lost. May the god of comfort be with your family

April 29, 2015

Please find comfort at God's promise at 2 Corinthains 1:3,,4, please accept my sincerest condolences.

April 29, 2015

Mickey,
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Beth (Ogborn) McCray

April 29, 2015

Sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Barefoot.May the God of comfort give you peace during your time of grief.

Earline Jackson

April 29, 2015

To the Barefoot family, my sincere condolences on the loss of your love one.I know loosing a loved one can be extremely hard. This is a wonderful hope that we all can look forward to.

April 29, 2015

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