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William Barefoot Obituary

COLUMBIA - Funeral service will be held for William Hubert Barefoot, 86, at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, in Bush River Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with visitation to follow. Officiating will be the Reverend L. Craig Wilkes, First Presbyterian Church. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Irmo/St. Andrews Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Bill Barefoot died Monday, November 7, 2011. Born April 29, 1925, he was the son of the late Ernest Lewis Barefoot and Ida Lina Hall Barefoot and was one of 9 children (7 sisters and 1 brother). He was a U.S. Navy Submariner and veteran of World War II. After service in the Navy he was a graduate of Campbell College where he was a three-sport scholarship athlete. Bill attended Furman University where he played football and received a bachelor's degree from Lenoir Rhyne College. Mr. Barefoot was a teacher and coach at Maiden High School for 10 years. He then entered the insurance industry and worked with Horace Mann Insurance Company. His successful career included earning the Chartered Life Underwriter designation and being named Agency Manager of the Year, three consecutive years. Mr. Barefoot retired from Horace Mann after 27 years. He was an ordained Deacon, a member of First Presbyterian Church, the Gamecock Club and the Campbell College Monogram Club. Bill was an avid golfer at Columbia Country Club and a volunteer with The Gideons International.

Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Martha Hedrick Barefoot; daughter and son-in-law, Leslie and Donald Smith of Winston-Salem, NC; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Ron McCraw of Spartanburg, SC; son, William Hall Barefoot of Leesville, SC; four grandsons, David Nelson Dickson, William Howell Smith, Parker Hedrick Smith, and Jackson McLean Smith; and a sister, Mrs. Roy Small of Lancaster, SC. Memorials may be made to Maiden High School Athletics Department c/o Tom Watson, 1097 Maple Drive, Newton, NC 28658. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net

Published by The State from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2011.
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Dear Martha, With sadness I read of your loss. I was privileged to know you as neighbors on Union Street and to have Coach Barefoot as a teacher his last year at Maiden. He was an excellent teacher and leader. Your family will be in my prayers.

Janice Williams

Janice Williams

November 15, 2011

Dave Magoon and family is saddened by the passing of Bill. I started with Horace Mann in 1984 and won't forget how strong he was as a manager and all the agents that looked up to him.

Dave Magoon (Ft. Myers, Fla.)

Dave Magoon

November 14, 2011

Martha, Jack Mattox notified me about the
passing of Bill. My prayers are with
you and the family.
Frances Apple
Durham, NC

November 11, 2011

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He had so much influence onstudents at Maiden High especially myself.I had somuch respect for him and enjoyed seeing him andMartha at our class reunions.We will never forget him and his bright smile that told us everything would be alright. Larry Schronce

November 11, 2011

So sorry to hear of Coach Barefoot's passing. I had the good fortune of playing baseball for him at Taylorsville High School. In addition to being an excellent coach, he was a dear friend. I will always remember Coach Barefoot with the deepest respect and admiration. My sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones.

Benny Chapman

November 11, 2011

So sorry to hear about your loss, you and your family are in thoughts and prayers. Carol Kessler (Horace Mann Agent, St Mary's WV)

November 11, 2011

Martha, it was sad to hear of the loss of Coach Barefoot. There are a few people in your life that make a difference and Coach was one of those peope. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ed & Pat Schronce MHS '60 & '62

November 10, 2011

I only knew Bill through the golf on Tuesdays but what I knew was he was a fine man

Wayne kyzer

November 9, 2011

I am sorry to hear about your loss Bill, my thoughts and prayers for you and your family....Tom in Steelyard

Tom Hollis

November 9, 2011

I was saddened to of the passing of my former business associate and friend Bill. My deepest sympathy goes out to Martha and their children.

Jim Lovat

November 9, 2011

Martha, Donald emailed me yesterday and told me about Bill's death. I will always cherish the fond memories of spending time with you and Bill on the many Horace Mann trips.
John Brooks
Wilmington, NC

John Brooks

November 9, 2011

Martha, I was so sad to hear of Coach's passing. He was my first football coach and a wonderful role model. I owe him for so much of my success both on and off the field. I wish I could be there today but am looking after my mom(95 years old & in the hospital), and my wife, who had foot surgery last week. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family. Mike McRee

Mike McRee

November 9, 2011

Dear Martha, Lock and I are so very sad to hear of Bill's passing. He was such a sweet man and a real gentleman. We miss seeing you at 1st Pres. since we moved to Texas. You and family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love Chic and Lock

November 9, 2011

Martha,

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Ellen Tedder

November 9, 2011

Martha, Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gerry Senn Byron

November 9, 2011

Mrs. Barefoot and Family, I consider it an honor to have played football for Coach Barefoot. He taught me life lessons I have used many times since then. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.

MHS Class of '66

Bob Goodson

November 9, 2011

To the Barefoot family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I work in the home office of Horace Mann in Illinois and only met Bill in person several times. However, throughout his career with the company, we talked via telephone many times. He was always a professional and a gentleman. I enjoyed working with him. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Hill

November 9, 2011

Martha: Your Bill was a man of character, integrity, joy and great management skills. He was a great help to me as an agent. I appreciate the encouragement that you both have been to Tess and me. Jodie and Tess Galloway

Jodie Galloway

November 9, 2011

We hope and pray the Lord will be with you and comfort you during these difficult times. We thank Mr. Barefoot for his service to our country, fighting to rid our world of tyranny, cruelty, and injustice. We owe so much to "The Greatest Generation". May you find strength and comfort in your faith and your memories.

Perry and Allyson Jeffcoat

November 9, 2011

It was a sad day to many of us when you left Maiden. This is even sadder. Rest in peace coach.

Rick Lail

November 9, 2011

Bill
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayer, we are so sorry for your loss.

Michael & Karen Whitfield

November 9, 2011

It is an honor to know Coach Barefoot. He remains a blessing, and an example of what a man should be, in my life.

MHS Class of '64

Bill Watson

November 9, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home

November 9, 2011

Dear Martha,

Daddy told me the news today. Sending lots of love and prayers from Tennessee...

Ashley Wilson

November 8, 2011

Bill and Family,
Know that you're in Our thoughts and Prayers.
God be with each of you and Bless you!
Your Dive and Ski budies!

Cindi Callaham and Paul Sinnott

Paul Sinnott

November 8, 2011

What an honor and pleasure playing football at MHS for Coach. He was a gentleman and leader. We are all better for his leaderhip.

Randall Davis MHS '64

Randall Davis

November 8, 2011

Martha and Family: I am so sorry to hear your sad news. Ray and I are thinking of you.

Nancy Rufty & Ray Schandelmeier

November 8, 2011

Martha Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Bill was a dear friend and mentor in my insurance business. God bless you and the family.
Leroy & Frances Morant

Leroy Morant

November 8, 2011

Martha and family, All of us in the extended Horace Mann Family will miss Bill, and are saddened by his passing. We shared many joys and triumphs over the years as we grew and expanded our company in the service of teachers. You have our sympathy.

Lisa and John Brubaker

November 8, 2011

Martha and family I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. As you know he got me started many years ago in Richmond with Horace Mann. Not only was he may mentor during those years but also a good friend. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Pete & Kris McCaffery
Aurora Colorado

November 8, 2011

Martha and family,
I was sad to learn of the passing of Coach Barefoot. I can not begin to tell you how much respect I had for that man. Not only a great coach, teacher, and leader he will always be remembered and cherished by his past players and students. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Craig Fish

November 8, 2011

I worked with Bill for years at Horace Mann and always considered him to be a true friend. He will be missed, my sympathies to you and your family in this trying time.

Rose Stewart, Springfield, Il

Rose Stewart

November 8, 2011

MARTHA AND FAMILY.....JO ANN AND I WERE SORRY TO HEAR THAT BILL PASSED AWAY..WE LOVE YOU'ALL AND YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.....LANNY

November 8, 2011

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