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Addison Barnett Obituary
Bath
Addison F. Barnett, age 85, went home to be with the Lord October 11, 2014, after a brief illness. He was born May 4, 1929 in Dresden, TN to Addison E. and Ethel M. (Thompson) Barnett. He honorably served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. He was a resident of Bath since 1958; a member of Bath Baptist Church where he also served as Trustee; liked to hunt - especially turkey; and enjoyed farming.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother and one sister. Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Jean; 3 daughters, Connie (Dick) Anderson, Yvonne (Dan Grindel) Gilland, and Marian (Tom) Reblin; 5 sons, Steve (Linda) Barnett, John (Sue) Barnett, Todd (Judy Bruska) Barnett, Mark (Terrie) Barnett, and George (Jodi) Baker; 11 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, October 14 at Bath Baptist Church, 13527 Webster Street, Bath, MI with the Rev. William "Gib" Hale officiating. Interment will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Bath, MI.
The family will receive friends Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River, East Lansing, MI and Tuesday at the church from noon to 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mr. Barnett's memory to McLaren Visiting Nurse and Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar, Suite 600, Lansing, MI 48910; Lansing City Rescue Mission, 607 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912; or, National Kidney Foundation of MI, 1169 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108.
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Memories and Condolences
for Addison Barnett
Marie Nelson Family
October 26, 2014
We were all saddened by the news that Fields wasn't well, and then that he had passed. You both have always been very special to our family. I am so glad that you were able to come down on his birthday summer before last
to celebrate with us. We will be praying for all of you. God bless.
Karen & Ryan
October 15, 2014
Aunt Jean and Family: I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Fields passing. He was a great man who will be missed very much. The memories I have make me smile and laugh and I will hold them close to my heart. I wish we could have been there and we love you and miss you.
Dan and Debbie Swartz
October 15, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Fields passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. God Bless
Trixie
October 14, 2014
Jean, I'm so sorry to hear about Field's passing. Prayers to you and your kids at this difficult time and God bless Fields and keep him until you meet again. Trixie
Elda Salinas
October 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy..
May loving memories give you strength during this difficult time …
Sue Anne Victory
October 13, 2014
I'm a friend of Correna's in Little Rock. So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Hampton Correna
October 13, 2014
Will miss him loved to talk shop (farm) with uncle fields much love
Gerry Ide
October 13, 2014
I miss the "over the fence" talks we used to have. The best neighbor ever...
Carl Underhill
October 13, 2014
While I did not have the privilege of meeting Addison I do know his wife Jean. She and I were in the same graduating class at Bath High School.
I know that Jean was a devoted wife and a caring and loving mother to her children. She often spoke of Addison and it was always with deep affection.
To Jean and her family I extend my personal and sincere condolences on the death of this fine man. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers - always and especially at this sad and difficult time of transition. God bless!
Class of 1961
Tom & Tammy Henderson
October 13, 2014
Fields holds a Very Special spot in our heart as 20 plus years ago he and Jean accepted the role as Honorary Grandparents to our Son Thommy and we will forever be Grateful for all the Love PaPa has shared with us and the many conversations he had with Thommy on their front porch that will be cherished for not only Thommy's lifetime but our's as well... although it leaves a hole in our hearts we know that Fields has been joined with his Heavenly Father and many family and friends that passed before him and for that we can find comfort. We Love you Fields and Jean we are here to help you in any way please just call anytime...
October 13, 2014
May you find comfort from God
Christina Carden
October 13, 2014
In loving memory to you Uncle Fields. Love you.
Christina Carden
October 13, 2014
Aunt jean and cousins I'm so sorry for the loss of a wonderful man. I have many wonderful memories of him and I will miss him dearly. My love goes out to you. We love you and miss you. Wish we could be there.
Darl Long
October 12, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Fields passing.
The best memory I have of him is when Uncle Fields, Aunt Jean, and Marian came to Millington, Tennessee when I was stationed there in the Navy to visit and take me to visit his mom. I don't recall if that was in Dresden since it was so long ago but I remember the visit. It was nice.
Uncle Fields always seemed very calm and sweet to me. I will miss him. I love you Aunt Jean, George, and Marian. I am so sorry for your loss.
Alice Jean Loomis
October 12, 2014
Jean and the family, so sorry to hear of Field' s passing he was a great guy, now you have to take care of yourself after you took such good care of him during his last days, with Love and Prayers, Alice Jean and Wayne Loomis.
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