WILLIAM BARRETT

BARRETT--William Riker, Jr. William R. Barrett Jr, age 80, died peacefully on December 26, 2022. Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, successful banker, woodworking master, and puzzle expert. While he spent much of his free time in his woodworking shop, he most enjoyed spending time with his family, playing cards, reading mystery and sci-fi novels, and playing his guitar. Bill grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey and was a proud graduate of Choate and Princeton University. Following his graduation, he began a fulfilling career in New York City at JP Morgan that lasted 33 years, including two extended overseas assignments in London and Tokyo. Following his retirement, he moved to Brays Island in Sheldon, SC, but remained active in banking, serving on the board of Morgan Stanley Private Bank. An accomplished woodworker, Bill built beautiful furniture in his expertly-outfitted workshop. His signature accomplishments included a dollhouse of the family's home in London, as well as wedding gifts made for every niece, nephew and close friend of the family. He also enjoyed puzzles and games of all kinds, never missing a crossword, jumble, or trick in Hearts. Bill was the beloved husband of Penny Barrett. The couple were married for 56 years and knew each other their entire lives. Bill is also survived by his daughter Campbell, son Ben, in-laws Knut and Sarah as well as his five loving grandchildren, Oscar, Mia and Cecilia Hellandsvik and Eliza and Willa Barrett. He is also survived by his siblings Pete, Bruce and Tony Barrett. A memorial service will be held on Saturday January 7th, 2023 at 2:30pm at Brays Island in Sheldon, SC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Coastal Conservation League.