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Aaron Barnes Obituary
Mr. Barnes was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. He was retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. He served his country during World War II in the South Pacific Invasion and Japan's Occupation Forces. Mr. Barnes served as Mayor of Reece City, two consecutive terms. He was also involved in cattle farming and numerous endeavors to assist others. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Vela Barnes; sister, Lillian M. Barnes.
He is survived by his brother, Frederick (Becky) Barnes; best friend, Jean Kilpatrick; nieces, Kim Samples, Paula (Tommy) Clontz, Christie (Blake) Shew; and three great-nephews and two great-nieces.
The family request no flowers. Memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, Kyle Avenue, Gadsden, AL, in his memory.
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Deanie Kaplan
February 16, 2013
Aaron, may you rest in peace you dear, sweet man. I met you through Jean, your most precious sweetheart. You and she made a handsome couple...she misses you so much, her heart is broken. I appreciate you, Aaron, for being such a good man and good friend...blessings and love..God rest your sweet soul.
Sammye Heald
February 14, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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