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William Lee Barton

William Lee Barton, age 45, of Tallahassee and Compass Lake, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013.

William is survived by his wife, Cameron Lewis Barton, and daughter, Isabella Collins Barton, both of Tallahassee, as well as his mother, Dianne Collins, his brother Harry Barton, Jr. (Linda), his sister Jane Linderman (Manuel), his brother George Barton, his sister Mary Miles (Mark), and six nieces and nine nephews. He was the son-in-law of Mary Ann and George Edward Lewis II of Tallahassee.

A Memorial service will be held Thursday, March 14, 2013, at 3 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 211 N. Monroe St. in Tallahassee, Florida. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Isabella Collins Barton College Fund, payable to Isabella Collins Barton, care of Ausley McMullen Law Firm, mailing address P.O. Box 391, Tallahassee, Florida 32302-0391.

Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Mar. 10, 2013.
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You are greatly missed. I think of all the fun times & memories we shared from skiing to possum catching to picking and grinning. I rebuilt my home, wish you could see how different the inside looks. One thing hasn't changed, your red electric guitar has found its home back on the wall with your Guild in its original case in the corner. Praying Collin has your loving spirit. Live on Will! Miss you...Genia Bell

Genia Smith

Friend

March 4, 2020

I know you & Jim are having the best time in heaven. Hard to believe it's been 5 years & 3 for Jim. Heaven gets sweater every day. See y'all soon. oxo

Pamela Cowan

Friend

March 6, 2019

Thoughts and prayers for a great classmate and friend. Love, Bertha White

April 12, 2013

I just learned of Will's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man and my heart grieves for you and Collin. You will both be in my prayers.

Kristi

April 9, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Barton Family. I was just told of William's death (we were classmates). May God's peace be yours. Praying for the family.

Donna Pittman

April 9, 2013

Dear Cameron and Collins,
Our prayers are with you, wrapped in a huge hug to comfort you. We fell in love with the Barton family when you came to stay with us in St. Mary's. William was such a kind and gentle man, husband, and father. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
God will hold you in His arms and bring you comfort as you move along this new journey without William.
Love,
Peggy and Chip Hollis

Peggy Hollis

April 2, 2013

Mrs.Barton,Cameron and Collins I am so very sorry for your loss.William was always such a great friend.He will be mised.

David Cutchen

March 18, 2013

Cameron, it has been a long time since I connected in to how your life is going. It appears that you have been fortunate with your beautiful family. I did not get the pleasure to meet William, but the fact that he had your love and a partnership with you means he must have been some kinda guy. My mother lost my dad when I was young and from that experience I can suggest that the love and strength you will show your children from this time forward will be important in their confidence to face the world. I always looked at the loss of my father as a yardstick to measure other short comings against. With that in my toolbox, nothing really ever got to me. Find the positive and use it to your advantage. I am sorry for your loss, but I know how strong you are and I know you will lead your family accordingly.

Michael Nardone

March 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers will be with all family and friends in this time of loss.

Susan Woods-Davis

March 14, 2013

Iam so sorry for your loss Mrs.Dianne,Cameron,and Collins may god be with you. I wil never forget Will and all the good times at my house on Dry Creek Road.Will was just like family to us. We loved Will .....

Linda Ruby

March 14, 2013

Will you made me and anyone around you a better person. You were a great boss, co-worker, and friend that I could have ever had. Thank you for being a highlight in my life and always being there for me. Camron and Collins and the hole Barton family I will be praying for you all to get through this tragic time in your life. (MISS YOU DADDY NATURE)

WHITE LIGHTING

Joe Clunan

March 14, 2013

Dear Cameron,
You are in our prayers and thoughts every day. We love you.

Bill, Scott, Billy, Beth, and Gini

March 13, 2013

I'm deeply sorry to hear of your loss Will was a great guy I all ways remember him smiling ,he will be missed .

Joe Trino

March 13, 2013

Cameron, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you, Collins and the rest of the family.

Jose Rodriguez

March 13, 2013

Cameron, Collins and all that loved Will:

As we all struggle with this loss I hope you know that there are so many folks here for you and your family. Will touched each of us in his warm and witty way - some of us more than others but all of us in some special way. As saddened as I am by this tragic loss I find comfort in knowing that a part of Will remains in the heart and memory of those that knew him. Will's legacy will be the smiles that come to our faces when we think about him and the comfort of knowing that his best traits were passed on to his daughter. I know that words are of little comfort right now, but I hope you can find some sort of peace in knowing how much Will meant to so many people. We were all fortunate to have known this wonderful man if for only a short time. I am lucky to be able to call Will my friend.

Harley Means

March 13, 2013

Cameron, we are so sorry for your loss. Though I do not know you personally, I have heard many wonderful things about you and your family from your dad and mom. Your dad and I have fought together against bad land use decisions for years, and we have shared wonderful grandparenting stories. Our prayers are with you and your whole family. We pray especially that you will sense the comfort and direction of the Lord.

C. B. and Becky Subrahmanyam

March 13, 2013

Barton Family,

I cannot even begin to imagine what you're going through and how difficult this must be for you all. My heart and prayers goes out to you. God Bless

Chris Everett

March 12, 2013

Cameron, My deepest sympathies for your loss. May your loving memories and the gift of time help heal you.
You are in my thoughts.

Kelly Dozier

March 12, 2013

Cameron, Collins, and Dianne, May Will's memories bring you comfort in this time of loss. I can't imagine a picking without Will's sweet voice and the rhythm of his guitar, I guess our good Lord needed to go catch some brim
and needed Will to guide the boat. I am lost with no words, "Only, May God's peace that passing all understanding be with you all now and forever."
We Love you...

Peggy Sue and Sean Quinton

March 12, 2013

Words cannot express my feelings of your loss Cameron & Collins. Your family has always been a part of our household conversations and happy thoughts. You are a special kind of wonderful! I was looking through our wedding album last week and came across this picture of Will at our wedding. Just that good ole smiling face at one of the happiest days of our life. We love you!

Tammy Means

March 12, 2013

As a friend of our son, Steve, William was at our home often. We enjoyed having him around. He was continually joking around and he kept us laughing. Joe coached him in baseball & we enjoyed his solos in band. He and Steve insisted on listening to the Farley Taylor radio program & liked to call in special requests (most of the time not using their own names). He went on trips and vacations with us and we have many fond memories of those times during their school years. Since those years, he has stopped in to see us several times & we always enjoyed those visits. He expressed his love and appreciation to us during those visits and we let him know it was our pleasure to have him around. This loving and multi-talented friend will be missed by the Duncan family, but we will always have fond memories of the times he spent with us. Our prayers and love to his family.

Glenda Duncan

March 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this trying period. We haven't spoken for many years, but I will always remember you for your wonderful humor. The world has lost a trully wonderful person.

Melissa Wilferd Songer

March 12, 2013

Blessings and Peace of such a beloved Family..A true wonderful Man that was A great Husband Father Son Sibling with numerous friends..A wonderful Man we grieve for on Earth as we know today is Amother Angel..

Mike & Laura Bush

March 12, 2013

Cameron and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know that your friends and colleagues are there for you and Collins always.

Jeanne Corbett

March 11, 2013

One of the best, funniest, family loving man I ever knew. Everyone was better when Will was around. Will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to Cameron, Collins and family.

Scotty Thompson

March 11, 2013

I can't think of a nicer person and am deeply saddened for your wife Cameron and daughter Collins. They have lost a great husband, and father and friend to all. You will be missed and remembered always.

Jeff Suber

March 11, 2013

My Dear Cameron and Collins,
Jim and I are heartbroken for your loss. I don't think a day went by when one of you wasn't driving by our house on Mitchell headed out to the water. I always looked forward to seeing what the two of you would bring back from your trips.You are an amazing family and I know that you and Collins will draw strength from each other.Wish I was there to give you both hugs:)

Susan Warford

March 11, 2013

William, you were always a friend to all. You will be missed my friend. May God Bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Ben Burnham

March 11, 2013

I am deeply saddened for the passing of Will. He was a very special friend to me for many years. I will be greatly missed. I will cherish his memory. Keeping all of his family in my thoughts. Contact: [email protected]

Genia Smith

March 11, 2013

Prayers for you in your time of need Cameron.

David Lister

March 11, 2013

Dear Cameron, We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you, your beautiful daughter and your entire family in our prayers. Scott (Sewanee '91) & Martha Livanec

Scott & Martha Livanec

March 11, 2013

And, throughout my life a lot of people wondered why I thought I was Queen EP, that's becuse William Barton always told me I was. I will miss my dear friend, however I know in my heart that our friendship will carry on between Cam and I - and through our kids, Andrew and Collins.

Elizabeth Parramore Nix

March 11, 2013

Cameron, Collins and the Barton Family:

Our most sincere condolences on William's passing. May you be blessed with strength and patience dealing with the loss of your loved one.

Craig and Genia Ash
Boca Raton

March 11, 2013

SO sorry for your loss. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you comfort and peace in your hearts

Monroe Deese

March 11, 2013

Thinking of him has always brought a smile and always will! What a wonderful man! Before I even got to meet him in 7th grade, I heard wonderful stories from his mom when I was in her class. Sympathy to the entire family and all of his friends.

Karen Conroy Mills

March 10, 2013

A smile that will truly be missed!My thoughts and prayers are with Williams family and friends.

Pam Grick-Fox

March 10, 2013

Cameron and Collins,
I am so sad for your loss. You all seemed to live a life so large and lovely and loving. My prayer is that this will continue for you, from a great distance.

Stacy Balthrop Flood

March 10, 2013

William and family,
With a heavy heart I wish to extend my thoughts and prayers.

Steve Tyus

March 10, 2013

Our hearts are breaking! We loved Will and so enjoyed being around him. Head huntin' buddy! We are praying for his whole family.

Robert & Marion Dollar

March 10, 2013

Cameron,

We are so very sad to hear of William's death. We send you and Collins all our love.

Lina and Rakar

Lina Van Brunt

March 10, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to Cameron, Collins and to Will's Mom, Brian & family. We're speechless for your loss & our friend Will. You & your family will be in our prayers. Jim & Pam Cowan

March 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends

Bryan Harris

March 10, 2013

Cameron, Donna and I continue to keep you, Collins and all the family in our prayers....mike

March 10, 2013

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Steve Edwards and famly

March 10, 2013

March 10, 2013

So many memories and life cut too short...William could always make you laugh. My prayers and thoughts go out to all the family.

Silvestra (Cervantes) Tharp

March 10, 2013

For someone as amazing and kind-hearted as William, words do not seem suffice. Lots of prayers are going out for the family.

Christie Sheffield

March 10, 2013

We want express our heartfelt condolences; our thoughts and prayers are with William, Cameron, and all the family. Love, Joe & Ligia

Joe &Ligia Applegate

March 10, 2013

Cameron, we were so sorry to hear of Williams death. Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you.
Ben and Tricia Willis

March 10, 2013

For someone so amazing and kind-hearted as William, words do not seem suffice. Lots of prayers are going out for the family.

Christie Sheffield

March 10, 2013

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

JOHN & LOLITA MELVIN

March 10, 2013

William was the GREATEST Friend, Father, Mentor and Person I have ever known. I will spend my entire remaining days striving to be the man he was. I am a better person because of him and will continue to be. We all were blessed to have had William in our lives. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to have spent so much time with him throughout his adventurous life. Words can not express how he is going to be missed by every person whom has ever had the pleasure to have met him. His love was deep and will continue to be with us always.

Until we meet again.

Stinky

Brian Barton

March 10, 2013

Rest In Peace my friend..My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Tony Joiner

March 10, 2013

Heartfelt prayers and my deepest sympathy to the many family and friends of William. He touched the lives of so many with his wit and charm.

Amy Wheelus

March 10, 2013

It was always a treat to chat with Will when he was outside working on the yard or spending time with his beautiful Collins. Our deepest sympathies.

The Encinosa Family

March 10, 2013

William you will be missed by many. I will never forget the many adventures you, Angie, and I had riding the roads through Compass Lake in the Hills. My thoughts and prayers to the Barton family.

Judy Morris Dumas

March 9, 2013

He cooked us catfish,serenaded us,told us the funniest stories. We'll miss him. Love to Cameron & Collins

Kathy Kojm

March 9, 2013

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you comfort and peace in your hearts....I'm so sorry.

April Morris Scarbary

March 9, 2013

I ain't got the words to describe how you will be missed.....My heart and prayers go out to your family.

Keith Gainer

March 9, 2013

i really loved him he was like a uncle to me and will truly be missed by many

lil james melvin

March 9, 2013

Loved him, he was always a joy to be around! Praying for the family.

Amy Cutchen

March 9, 2013

William your endless humor will be missed. My heart goes out to Cameron, Collins, Diana and the rest of the family.

Kim Cutchen Perez

March 9, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

james and denise melvin

March 9, 2013

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