Martha BARNES Obituary

BARNES, Martha (Hunt) Martha (Hunt) Barnes, 79, wife of the late William E. Barnes of West Hartford, died Sunday, (March 13, 2011), with her family by her side. Born in Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Howard and Martha (Martin) Hunt, she attended Bryant College and made her home in West Hartford for more than 30 years. Martha was a very active member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church serving as a Eucharistic Minister for the homebound and knitting for the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Her great joy was her family. She is survived by her five children; Ellen B. O'Hare and her husband John of Corning, NY, Kathleen B. Powers and her husband Edward of Stow, MA, William E. Barnes Jr., and his wife Deborah of Nashua, NH, Elizabeth B. Ray of West Hartford, Michael H. Barnes and his wife Michelle of Wolcott; 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild. The funeral will be Saturday, (March 19), at 9:15 a.m. from the Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Ave., West Hartford with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 872 Farmington Ave., West Hartford. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Calling hours are Friday, (March 18), from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers send contributions to The House of Bread, 1453 Main St., Hartford, CT 06120. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 16, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Martha BARNES

9 Entries

March 19, 2011

To the Barnes Family, we are very sorry for your loss. Your parents were dear friends of our parents (Jack and Barbara) from many years ago. Your Dad and ours grew up together through High School and College. Although they didn't see each other frequently, they stayed in touch. Your Dad was especially helpful during my Dad's illness and death. I would like to think of all four of them together in Heaven, maybe sharing a cocktail and looking down fondly at their strong families. God Bless your Mother.
Sincerely,
Susan Carmody Marcey on behalf of the Carmody Family

Michelle M. Murphy, Dir. of Communications, Northwest Catholic High School

March 17, 2011

On behalf of Principal/Chief Administrator Margaret Williamson and the entire Northwest Catholic High School community, I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of Mrs. Barnes. Because two of her children --Elizabeth Barnes Ray '80 and Michael Barnes '85 -- are cherished members of our school family, we feel she was, too, and we mourn her passing along with all of you. Please know that we will keep the entire Barnes family very specially in schoolwide prayers in the difficult days and weeks to come. We are very sorry for your loss.

March 17, 2011

Elizabeth,

Chris just let me know about your Mom's passing. I am so sorry to hear this. She was a wonderful mother to you and grandmother to Mack and Haley. I am sure you will have fond memories of her and also of your Dad. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Joan Thompson

Irene Engel

March 17, 2011

Elizabeth and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your mom/grandmother's passing, I know how much she meant to you all, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Remember that your parents/grandparents are together again and that they are both at peace.
Love to you all, Irene

Kristen McGuire

March 16, 2011

Elizabeth & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom/nana's passing. She was a kind and gentle woman with a subtle sense of humor. It was always a pleasant surprise to see her and I feel lucky to have known her. All of "the card players" will miss her and her cute little accent!

Neal Wholey

March 16, 2011

Mike,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family over the loss of your mother. Your parents were wonderful, thoughtful and caring people. They were a great inspiration for their children and those who ever met them.
Peace and Love,
Neal Wholey

Bette Conlon

March 16, 2011

To The Entire Barnes Family,
The world has lost a wonderful woman named Martha Barnes. I met your Mom/Grandmother 5 years ago in St. Francis Hospital where your Dad and my Dad were roommates for the last 8 days of my Dad's life. Your Mom was such a gracious woman and we all connected with her and your family members that visited. It never ceases to amaze me how God works - He sends us special people into our lives at times when we need them the most - you must feel comfort that your parents are together again and that you now have 2 special Angels in Heaven watching over all of you. May your many beautiful memories of your Mom and God's love surround you all in the days ahead.
With sincere sympathy,
Bette Conlon (daughter of Jack & Kay Funke)

Amy McGuire

March 16, 2011

Elizabeth and family,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your mom/grandmother. All I can think of is how classy and kind she was. I will always think of her when we play cards. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia Hebert

March 16, 2011

Ellen, Kate, Billy, Betty and Mike,
I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She had such a positive impact on the lives of so many of your friends so know that her legacy lives on even outside your family. She had so much life and fun with your dad and now they are dancing together again. Praise God for that. I pray that all the great memories will bring a joy that surpasses your grief as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sending love to all of you,

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