Aston "Family Man" Barrett

1946 - 2024

Aston "Family Man" Barrett obituary, 1946-2024

Aston "Family Man" Barrett

1946 - 2024

BORN

1946

DIED

2024

Aston Barrett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 5 to Feb. 6, 2024.

Aston "Family Man" Barrett was the bandleader and bass player for Bob Marley (1945–1981) and the Wailers and helped create the reggae sound.

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February 16, 2024

Assumpta Tafari Tafrow posted to the memorial.

February 11, 2024

RB posted to the memorial.

February 5, 2024

Karen L Hanson posted to the memorial.

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Assumpta Tafari Tafrow

February 16, 2024

The Tafari- Tafrow (US) offer Our sincere condolences and Blessings to the Barrett Family (JA.), with great honour to given to their most august loved one.

RB

February 11, 2024

An amazing musician, that was part of the Wailers and their iconic sound. Just an incredible band leader and performer. Heartfelt condolences to the Barrett family, May God be with you all.

Karen L Hanson

February 5, 2024

Thank you so much for all of the wonderful music, you will be deeply missed.

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February 16, 2024

Assumpta Tafari Tafrow posted to the memorial.

February 11, 2024

RB posted to the memorial.

February 5, 2024

Karen L Hanson posted to the memorial.