Dr. Robert D.O. BARNES

BARNES - Dr. Robert, D.O.
Of Alva, FL, and a lifelong resident of Silver Creek, NY, passed away January 8, 2022. Bob was born December 29, 1937, the son of Dr. Edmund and Alice Barnes. He graduated from Silver Creek Central School, Syracuse University and Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. For 26 years, he practiced general surgery and family medicine in Silver Creek. In July 1994, Bob opened his first Preventive Medicine and Wellness Clinic in Fredonia, NY, followed by offices in Hamburg and Cheektowaga. He was an incredible physician, caring deeply for his patients and their families. He married the love of his life, Frieda Muhs Barnes, on August 30, 1985. Together, they have five daughters, Becky Barnes Shepherd (John) of Ellicottville, NY, Kate Barnes Komara (John) of Farmington, NY, Nicole Strickland Myers (Steve) of Vero Beach, FL, Melissa Strickland of Hilliard, OH and Karen Barnes Dean (Brenda) of Tonawanda, NY. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren and one great-grandson, Luca Waters; beloved grandchildren include Drew, Grace and Mary Bonasera, Alex and Elizabeth Komara, Sarah Myers, Matt and Nick Waters, Desiree Morris, and Blake Waller. Bob was predeceased by his parents, sister Dorothy, brother Edmund and grandson J'Shaun Morris. He is survived by his brother, Dr. James Barnes and several nieces and nephews. Donations in Bob's honor can be made to the Silver Creek Central School District, 1 Dickenson St., Silver Creek, NY 14136, for a scholarship fund in the name of Dr. Barnes.