Richard BARNHART
Richard BARNHART
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June 17, 1935 – July 19, 2017
It is with sad hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Barnhart after a short battle with cancer.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Marjory (nee Huber), his daughters Karen and Janice, his granddaughters Megan (Derek) and Rita (Devan), and four great- grandchildren, he adored. He was predeceased by his parents Clarence and Stella (nee Sedore) and his siblings Arnold (Eleanor), Ramona (Milton Goebel), and June.
He was also predeceased by his half brothers Arthur, Floyd, Clarence Barnhart and half sister Bessie Gingrich, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Born in Heatherdown, Alberta Richard served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 20 years with the Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI). He served 3 tours of duty in Germany and was a United Nations peacekeeper in Cyprus in 1968. Upon retiring, he was an active member of the Legion Branch #281 in Spruce Grove, Alberta. Barney was a long time member of the Spruce Grove AG Society and very active in the Peace Lutheran Church.
Richard played hockey for 20 years while in the Army and later played in the Old-Timers League. He was an avid sports fan and in earlier years enjoyed spending vacations with his family in the wilderness foothills camping and fishing. A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, July 24, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church (Church Road and Main Street) Spruce Grove, Alberta with lunch to follow in the lower level of the church. If friends so desire, memorials may be made to the Westview Health Care Center – Hospice 4405 South Park Drive, Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z 2M7 Serenity Funeral Service, Spruce Grove (780) 962-2749
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Matthew Dr Morrison
August 3, 2017
I was always happy to see Barney. I cared for him as his Dr for many years. He was a man of routine and habit. A very pleasant sincere man. I'm saddened by his passing and pass my condolences to Barney's family and friends
July 28, 2017
Dear Marg & family , we are saddened to hear of Barney's passing. You are in our prayers.
Lori & Bob Weisgerber
Ed Oram
July 25, 2017
Barney, Larry Davies and I Ed Oram were the best of army buddies in Germany. Where we met and married our wives in London. My condolences to Marge and the family. My memories will remain as a great period in my life. Ed
Sharon Jones
July 24, 2017
Janice, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts are with you, Karen and your Mom at this difficult time.
Sharon Jones (Siegel)
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Jack & Bonnie Roussel
July 24, 2017
Our condolences & prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow! RIP My friend!
Jerry Bowes
July 23, 2017
Marge & family
Condolences and deepest sympathy at this very trying time.Have many memories of our great times together.He will be missed. Jerry
July 23, 2017
Dear Marj, Karen, Janice and families,
So sorry to hear of your loss of Barney. Many fond memories come flooding back, of hockey with PPCLI in Hemer, Raiders and all the trips to different parts of Europe. We sure had fun at ball games and parties. Will be thinking of you as you celebrate Barney's life tomorrow . Cal and Darlene
July 23, 2017
So sorry to hear of your lost, Dale and I have such found memeries
Especially our Hockey trips, and get toghether. God bless. Ray&Dale
JAY&DARLENE WARK
July 22, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss!Many fun memories are flooding back,sports & military family activities.Cannot attend do to recent surgery.Will be with you in thought MONDAY
July 21, 2017
Mrs Barnhart, Karen, Janice and Family's,
May your memory's last forever.
Trapper is there to meet you Barney!
Wendy Reimchen (Couronne)
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