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Sidney Leon Barnes

1935 - 2025

Sidney Leon Barnes obituary, 1935-2025

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1935

DIED

2025

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Sidney Barnes Obituary

Sidney Leon Barnes

June 26, 1935 - November 2, 2025

Sidney Leon Barnes, 90 years old and born on June 26, 1935, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 2, 2025. Originally from Sioux City, Iowa, he spent the majority of his life on Florida's Panhandle. During his career, he served in the U.S. Navy, Air Force and Army, retiring from the Army in 1979. He served four tours in Vietnam and also during the Korean War. He retired as a Major Sidney "Barney" Barnes, flying helicopters and Bird Dogs.

He leaves behind the love of his life and wife of 67 years, Darlene Marie Barnes. Sid and Darlene have two adult children with spouses, Cricket B. Husted and Jeff Husted of Pelahatchie, Miss. and Scott L. Barnes and Ronnie Barnes of Fountain, Fla. His legacy includes five grandchildren; Joshua Husted, Dylan Husted, Skylar Husted-Fleming, Ashley Barnes and Nicklaus Barnes. Three great-grandchildren, Catalaya Barnes, Oliver Fleming and Cheyenne Fleming also celebrate his life, along with many surviving nieces and nephews on his paternal side.

Sidney served his community in many different ways since his retirement, including his partnership with Bill W. His many personal successes and contributions will be remembered and honored for years to come.

Sidney's Celebration of Life will be announced in the days to come by his surviving family.

Those wishing to extend condolences online may do so at www.heritagefhllc.com.

Heritage Funeral Home & Cremation Services

247 N. Tyndall Pkwy

Panama City, FL 32404

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Published by Sioux City Journal on Nov. 8, 2025.

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Terry Sharon

November 5, 2025

God bless all of Sid´s family in knowing Sid is at peace with our Lord.
Love, Roger and Terry

Armand Grassi

November 4, 2025

Sid was a very caring soul, who dedicated his life to helping others. I will truly miss him and all the kind words he shared with me. God bless you Sid!

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