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Joseph Barnes Obituary
JOSEPH BARNES
LIMA — Joseph E. Barnes, age 27, passed away May 1, 2016, at 7:18 am, at his residence. Joseph was born November 10, 1988 in Lima, OH, to Mary "Molly" E. (O'Brien) Barnes and Jeffrey E. (Bonnie) Barnes. His mother survives in Lima and his father and stepmother survive in Findlay.
Joseph attended Lima Central Catholic and Apollo. After high school, Joe joined the U.S. Army and was dedicated to serving his country for 8 years. During his time in the military he had served 2 tours in Afghanistan with the 1st Battalion, 506 Infantry Regiment, "Red Currahee". Joe had been stationed at Ft Drum, in New York and Ft. Campbell, in Kentucky. He had attained the rank of Sgt. E-5 Infantryman. Joe was an avid WWE, Cleveland Browns, and Ohio State Buckeye fan. He loved his rescue dog "Buddy" that also rescued him. Most of all, he loved spending time with his son Ben, who was the light of his life.
Joseph is survived by his paternal grandmother, Patricia Barnes of Zanesville, OH, a son, Benjamin Barnes of Lima, OH, 2 sisters; Emily (Alan) Bagdonas of Perrysburg, OH and Kathleen (Andre Spivey) Johnson of Lima, OH, 2 brothers; Sean (Megan) Barnes of Zanesville, OH and Michael (Tisha) Barnes of Zanesville, OH, 11 nieces and nephews, many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by a paternal grandfather, Bernard Barnes, maternal grandparents, Joseph and Evelyn O'Brien and cousins, Timothy Graham and Erin P. O'Brien.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at the St. Gerard Catholic Church. Officiating the service will be Fr. Jim Szobonya. Burial of cremated remains will take place privately at a later date at Gethsemani Cemetery. Following the mass there will be military honors provided by the U.S. Army and the VFW # 1275. Friends may call on Friday from 4-8 pm at the CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL and on Saturday from 9-10 am at the SHAWNEE CHAPEL. Following the visitation on Friday there will be a parish wake service at 8:00pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Barnes
May 9, 2016
Molly may our thoughts and prayers be with you at this time.Your friends from St. Gerard John & Wendy Mangas.
Jeremiah Johnson
May 8, 2016
Im sorry for your loss, I knew Barnes and served with him at Fort Campbell. I knew of his struggles, trials and tribulations as well, he was a good man and always talked about his son. I regret not making it to the funeral but I had just returned from the funeral of a buddy I served with in Germany when I found out. Once again im sorry for your loss, all of us that knew him feel it.SSG Johnson, Jeremiah
May 6, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you Molly and your family. God be with you.
Kay Wende Yokas
Kelly Hasting
May 6, 2016
Molly & family,
I am very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Know that all of you (especially Molly) are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you as only he can during this time.
Tim Krause
May 5, 2016
Jeff,
So very sorry for the loss of your son. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Take Care,
Tim & Sandy Krause
Cathy Jennings (bakery)
May 4, 2016
Molly,My heart aches for you in the lose of your child. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry. God will carry you through this. your friend,
May 4, 2016
May 4, 2016
Joe, Ben, and Jeff
May 4, 2016
May 4, 2016
Molly, Jeff, Bonnie and family, our prayers are with you. Our hearts go out to you. May God give you comfort in the days to come. Boyd and Kay
Afghanistan 2011
Matthew Mason
May 4, 2016
It was an Honor to have known and served with Sergeant Joseph Barnes as his Platoon Sergeant. An outstanding Soldier and friend. His legacy will live on forever in our hearts and minds. My utmost and deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Godspeed my friend, Godspeed.
Ralph and Robin Palmer
May 4, 2016
Molly, Ralph and I send our prayers to you and all of your family.
Gregory Barnes
May 4, 2016
Thinking of you at this sad time and wishing you comfort in the days ahead.
Gregory Barnes and Family
Teresa Barry Kinkead
May 4, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael Mooney
May 4, 2016
Molly, Jeff and family my deepest condolences. May God look over Joe and your family. God bless you. Michael W Mooney.
May 4, 2016
My heartfelt condolences go out to Joseph's family and friends. May you be comforted by the God who soothes and comforts us during difficult times.
----Psalms 94:19
Cheryl
jane and dan martin
May 4, 2016
our thoughts and prayers
Mike & Bonnie Melvin
May 3, 2016
Molly, so sorry to hear of your loss. May God see you through this troubled time. God Bless.
Carlotta Collins
May 3, 2016
Prayers for Peace and Healing.
Carlotta Collins
Amy Barnes
May 3, 2016
So very sorry to hear. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Love Aunt Gladys, Amy Jo and David Barnes. Carolyn Taylor and family.
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