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Earl Barnes Obituary
Born to the late Ulysses Whitehead and the late Geneva Barnes, Earl received his early education in the Southampton County Schools. While attending Hayden High School he enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.
Early in life he became a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church,
Franklin. He accepted the call of God on his life for ministry and
went on to develop his gifts by attending United Christian College in Goldsboro, N.C., where he received a Bachelor of Theology Degree and an honorary Doctor of Divinity. He also received a Master of Religious Education Degree from Gulf Coast Seminary in Panama City, Fla. He was employed with Northrup-Grumman Shipyard in Newport News, Va., for 28 years.
His memory is cherished by his loving wife of 35 years, Maryette Barnes; his children, Troy Barnes of Smithfield and Kresten Barnes of Newport News, Va.; his brothers, the Rev. James Barnes (his twin) and Bobby Barnes (Tess); his sisters, Ernestine Austin and Sally Barnes all of Franklin, Va.; his grandchildren, D'Andre, Destiny and Da'Marey Barnes; his stepmother, Mrs. Mary Whitehead of New York City; three stepbrothers; two stepsisters; his father and mother-in-law, S. Gaston and Pauline Majette and many other friends and extended family members.
A service of Celebration will be held 12 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, at Piney Grove Baptist Church, 1071 Carrsville Hwy., Franklin, by Elder Larry Parsons. Interment will be in the Southview Memorial Cemetery, Franklin. Viewing from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Shivers Funeral Chapel and two hours prior to the service Friday at the church.
Professional Services entrusted to Shivers Funeral Chapel. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earl Barnes
Robert Papp
December 19, 2008
As a friend and co-worker of Rev. Barnes, I send my condolescences. With my prayers.
Nikki Purdie
December 18, 2008
Troy and Kresten
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Homer & Libby Murphy
December 18, 2008
Rev. Dr. James Barnes and family we extend our heartfelt sympathy for the lost of your love one. To Maryette, children and family we the Murphy family thank God for the opportunity to have known the Rev. Dr.Earl Barnes. God blessing upon each and everyone of you.
Min. Darrell Goodrich
December 18, 2008
Sis. Barnes, on behalf of Faith Baptist Church members, we send our condolescences, thoughts and prayers. May the Lord truly come in and comfort you and your family doing this time. God bless. Faith Baptist Church Family
Minister Kathleen Moyer
December 18, 2008
James Barnes and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will miss seeing your brothers smiling face at the minister's conference, He was a wonderful man. The victory is truly the Lord's. Heaven has a smiling angel.
rev james bryant sr
December 18, 2008
mrs barnes your husband and i work togather in the shipyard and in the fields of the lord he will be miss he was bless to have a good wife i know god is blessing you even in your lost i will keep you and your son and his sister in my prayer
Candace Barnes
December 18, 2008
Aunt Ray, Thank You!!! My uncle couldn't have found a betta woman than you. For 35 years you and God was his all. He left knowing that he was truely loved. The last time I saw my uncle, he sung Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, and looked at me and said you betta get to know him if you don't. His life was an example to the world to live for GOD. I know he is happy because I know when he got to heven he was meet by grandma and they are shouting and waiting our arrival. I will continue to pray for our family. Again, Thank-You, God placed you in his life for a reason.
Rev. Geraldine Thompson & Family
December 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Yvette Coles
December 18, 2008
Mrs M.Barnes and family, Iam truly sorry for your loss, my heart and prayers go out to you. Mrs Barnes I meet you at the shipyard and you were truly one of the most genuine ladies that I came across, a true woman of GOD and I know that GOD will take care of you. Be blessed!
Beverly Brown
December 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Theodore Jackson
December 17, 2008
To the Barnes family,
May the peace of God that surpass all understanding keep your hearts and minds at peace.I had the the pleasure to work at Hall Nissan when he worked there. He had such a peaceful spirit and was great to have around.May you find hope in knowing that God is still in charge.Stand strong,and dry your weaping eyes,Joy comes in the morning,and everything is going to be alright.Be Incouraged,He'll make it alright.Words of Comfort may be found in JOB chapter 14.
God Bless and Keep You,
Deacon Theodore Jackson(TEDDY)
Rev. michael smith
December 17, 2008
To the family, God will take care of you in the time of your sorrow. Remember, earth has no sorrow, that heaven cannot healed.
WILLIAM POPE JR /X-11D
December 17, 2008
Hello sis I love you and god love you best. May the light always shine on you and yours.And all that is lost OUR GOD will give back the love the joy the life. I love you and all that know //// you love love you. LOVE FROM THE POPE'S WILLIAM POPE JR. MOTHER NETTIE G POPE SISTER DAPHINE AND WILLIAM GRANT JR. MAY GOD BE ALL YOU NEED AT THIS TIME//////////////////////////////////
Harry Lynn
December 17, 2008
To The Barnes Family. You have our prayers and remember God does not make mistakes
Harry & Arlinda Lynn
Ada Alston
December 17, 2008
Maryette, I was sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You are in my prayers. I will never forget when he came to the hospital and prayed for me along time ago. And remember God knows best. Love you Ada Alston.
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