Kenneth-BARNES-Obituary

Kenneth L. "Ken" BARNES

Obituary

BARNES, Kenneth L. "Ken," 64, of Henrico, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009. He was a member of Westhunt Baptist Church. He was Secretary Treasurer of the Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock and Secretary for the Fly Fishers of Virginia for many years and a member of the Piedmont Sportsmans Club. Professionally, he was a member of WEF and AWWA. He was employed by Austin Brockenbrough & Associates. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Harold and Edith D. Barnes, and also his mother-in-law, "Sug" Cramer. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Joanna C. Barnes; three daughters, Melanie Jarratt (John), Jennifer Barnes-Maddox (Glenn) and Kristy Rohrer (Matt); two grandsons, Timothy Jarratt and Graham Maddox; granddaughter, Julia Jarratt; sister, Darlene VeRell (Don); two nephews and three nieces. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. A memorial service will be held Monday, 11 a.m. at Westhunt Baptist Church, 3801 West End Dr., Richmond, Va. 23294. Instead of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Fly Fishers of Virginia. Please designate check to Project Healing Waters for Veterans, P.O. Box 29477, Richmond, Va. 23242, or to Westhunt Baptist Church.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Dear Joanna Barnes and Family,
I am so sad today, I just found out about the passing of Ken Barnes. We worked together for 5 years at Bay Desing Group. He was such a pleasure to work with and he was a hard worker. After he was gone from Bay, I was there for about a year and I really missed him. He gave me some good advice and he always had a smile on his face. He worked really hard and some long hours at Bay to be sure he got his work done. I will always remember Ken and the good times...

To the Barnes family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just heard today of Ken's passing. I worked with him at Bay Design. He and his wife are dear friend of mine. My son Julian and I enjoyed our annual day at the lake fishing with the brotherhood of the junglecock and the end of day dinners Joanna prepared. I am honored to have worked with him and I will keep his memory for a long time to come.

To the Barnes family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just heard yesterday (Monday) of Ken's passing. I can hardly believe it. I worked with him at Bay Design and enjoyed many conversations with him. He gave me lots of advice on continuing my career in the engineering field. For this and the many things I learned from him I am most grateful. I am honored to say that I knew him. I know that he is resting in Jesus's mighty arms right now.

For Joanna - Your daughters and their Families - your grandchildren - your
step-father and all other family - I am so sorry at the tragic loss of your beloved, Kenny. May you know that I am praying for each of you as you go through the days, weeks and months ahead.

Know that you will NEVER be alone - GOD
is beside you through all things and you can draw comfort from Him whenever
you look to Him.

May you find some comfort in knowing that Kenny is finally...

Joanna, we are saddened to hear of the loss of your husband and our neighbour. May you find strength in your remaining family and your friends and comfort in your fond memories.
-Cheryl and Stephen (4202 Donaldwood)

Dear Joanna,
I am in shock. Looked on line today, to get your phone number and found out about Kenny's passing instead.
We had just chatted the day before and all was going well.
I am so very very sorry. You and your entire family will be in my constant prayers.
Warmest regards,
Leslie Stack

I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there with you in this time, and am praying for all of you every day...I love you all.

To Joanna and the Barnes Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time.
Christian love, Beth Schwartz

Joanna,
We enjoyed being with Ken at FFV and Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock functions. He was a delightful man. He was willing to help with the minutes of FFV when needed. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.