Robert L. Barney

BARNEY Robert L. Barney, age 70, of Dublin, OH and Jupiter, FL, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on May 31, 2007, at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH. At his passing, he was surrounded by his loving wife Anita, his family and close friends. He was born in Ashland, KY on October 28, 1936. He graduated from Ashland High school in 1954 and was a member of the United States Air Force. He attended The University of Kentucky. His highly successful restaurant career began in Athens, OH in 1962. His affiliations included Kentucky Fried Chicken, Arthur Treacher's and Wendy's. Bob retired from Wendy's International in 1989 where he served as Chairman and CEO. After retirement, along with his three sons, he developed Rolling Meadows Golf Club, where he was active until his death. He served on many Boards of Directors, including COSI and Morton's Steakhouse. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. Bob loved OSU football and Kentucky basketball. His hobbies included golf, fishing and tailgating at Ohio State football games with his close friends. Bob never forgot where he came from, or who he was. His contribution to family and friends will echo throughout the lives of present and future generations. Preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Wilma Barney. Survived by his wife of 25 years, Anita; proud father of Brad Barney, Gahanna, Ann (John) Blateri, Irving, TX, Bryan (Cyndy) Barney, Worthington, Linda (Matt) Bader, Cincinnati, Angela Genereux, Delray Beach, FL, and Alan Valko, Dublin; grandchildren, Reece and Ally Blateri, Scott and Sean Martin, Michael Barney, Dustin and Jacob Ubbing; sister, Marlene (David) Simmerman, Dublin, OH; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends whom he loved. Friends may call at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service will be held at Church of the Messiah United Methodist, 51 N. State Street, Westerville, Wednesday at 1 p.m. Pastor Dale Dixon and Rev. Stan Fawley officiating. Interment Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial contributions to the Kobacker House, 3595 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43214. Bob, you had a fun-loving lust for life, strong convictions, and strength and quiet dignity when faced with the terminal illness that took you away from us. You are the man that I will always love. You said that you would wait for me in Heaven so I will see you then. Love, Anita.