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TOM BARNES Obituary

BARNES, TOM age 66, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on November 29, 2010 after a brave 10 year battle with cancer. Graduated from the University of Alabama, served as a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, and 30 + year in auto sales, The priorities of his life were his faith, family and friends. Survivors: Wife of 27 years Mrs. Cathy Barnes, Son, Chris Barnes (Tammy), Daughters, Cathie Campis, Jamie Speck, Mary Catherine Barnes. Grandchildren, Selena Speck, Harrison and Emma Campis, Will and Beau Barnes. 2 Dogs, Lexi and Mini. Funeral services will be held at Southern Heritage Chapel December 1, 2010 at 11:00am with burial in Southern Heritage Cemetery. Alonza Jones officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 5-7, at Southern Heritage. In lieu of flowers family request donations be made to The Church @ Brook Hills Family Assistance Fund or Bro. Brian Mission.

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Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2010.

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December 5, 2010

Cathy, Even though I havn't seen you guys in years, there is always something that happens in the day to day car business that makes me think of Tom. My condolences and prayers go out to you and the family.

Phil Gwarjanski
Newnan, Ga

December 2, 2010

To the Family, My deepest condolences. May your memories of Tom Barnes continue to provide you a measure of comfort at this time of great sorrow. And may you continue to gain strength and peace from the promises found in God's Word the Bible. For at Daniel 12:2 we have this assurance "And there will be many of those asleep in the ground of dust who will wake up..."

Rhonda Hadder

December 1, 2010

Praying for your family in the loss of Tom. We bought several personal automobiles from him. I worked with Tom purchasing automobiles for our doctors through Southern Medical Association. He was a wonderful person. God bless you and your family. Ronnie and Rhonda Hadder

Jackie Melton

December 1, 2010

Cathy, we are thinking of you and love you. Jackie Melton, Donna Richter, and Teena Milligan

Bob Atchison

December 1, 2010

To The Barnes Family:

Tommy and I went to West End High at the same time.

I am sorry for your loss.

Bob Atchison

December 1, 2010

My condolences to the family and friends of Mr Barnes. May the God of all tender mercies who comforts us in our pain, and sorrow give you all the needed strength to endure.

DM

Larry & Pam Wilson

November 30, 2010

Cathy,

Larry and I send you and your whole family our love and prayers. Tom was a wonderful friend. We are so sadden and pray God's comfort and peace for all of you.
Pam and Larry Wilson

November 30, 2010

Cathy & Mary Catherine, We are so saddened by the passing of your husband and daddy. Tom was a courageous individual. Please know we are praying for you. Love, The Mattox Family,
Jay, Laurie, Suzanne & Julianne

November 30, 2010

Cathy,
We all send our love & prayers to you and the family.
The Dias Family

Joe Szczech

November 30, 2010

Cathy, It has been years since I've seen Tom. It seems like just yesterday. Tom was a special person. Our paths crossed briefly in the car business. He left a lasting impression. He always handled with a forthright dignity. My prayers are with your family.

Lisa Savage

November 30, 2010

Cathy, You and Tom are in my prayers. Love to you

Donna Wildsmith

November 30, 2010

All our love and prayers are with you all!
Dennis, Donna & Tim Wildsmith
Troy, Emily, Olivia, & Brighten Jackson

Cindy McDonald

November 30, 2010

Our prayers are with you all at this sad time. We know that there is a great celebration in Heaven for Tom and he is home at last. We thank God for his life and the people that he touched.

Cindy and John McDonald
Donald Strickland

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