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Raymond Barnes Obituary
Tallahassee, FL - Raymond "Ray B." Barnes, Jr., 47, of Tallahassee finished his earthly course on Saturday, June 19, 2021. Funeral services are 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Old West Enrichment Center, with burial following in Clifford Hill Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE (850-942-1950). "Ray B." was a 1992 Godby High graduate, a master barber at Fades N Braids and a member of St. Mary P.B. Church, Call Street. Survivors include his daughter, DeRayvia Barnes; sons: Raymond III, Rayden and Emory Barnes; parents, Raymond Sr. and Annie Marie Whitaker Barnes; sister, Raynita Barnes and brother, Lanorris Whitaker; special nephew, Tony D. Ash ; his significant other-caregiver, Tanesha Moore; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Calvin Barnes
June 17, 2024
Missed by Althemese and Calvin ABarnes.
Shawana White
June 17, 2023
Still can´t believe you´re gone. Rest in peace Ray.
Ms. Johnetta A. Greene/Toddrick L. Asbey / Brian Wesley Asbey
June 17, 2022
I still miss my Friend and my Son´s favorite Barber, but God needed you more in Heaven, I am Grateful to have known you.
Carmen Williams
July 8, 2021
Ray B, you have always been a big brother to me. We had a lot of fun working together at Braids n Fades. I will miss you, Brian and OP, always and forever. I cant believe you all left so soon . Im still in total shock. I love you bruh, RIP. Hug the rest of the crew for me as soon as you get there!
Aunt Jo Ann and family
July 2, 2021
With heartfelt sympathy and prayers
Cher Lovett
July 2, 2021
Condolences to my beautiful family during this time.... This too shall pass ...I pray God give you peace and light during this time!! I love you all so very much!!!!
Barry Wells
July 2, 2021
Ray, Brian and my cousin Owen "OP" Paul, all left us in the last 8 months. There's a reunion in Heaven for part of the Braids and Fades Barbershop.
God Bless Ray and God Bless the Barnes family.
Phyllis Johnson
July 2, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Andre Riley
July 1, 2021
RIH RAY B, you will truly be missed...
Ralph Sinclair (Dirty-Red)
July 1, 2021
My heart felt condolences goes out to the Barnes family. My prayer is for comfort from the Holy Spirit when the times get tough and peace for the entire family. Ray B I love you and will miss you.
Jason Terry
July 1, 2021
Rest in Peace you will be missed
Anthony Gordon & Family
July 1, 2021
We pray that your heart and soul will find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Emma Payne & Kevin Payne
July 1, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to Mrs.Annie Barnes and family.
May God comfort and keep you.
Archie Bouie II
July 1, 2021
First, I want to wish my sincere condolences to the entire Barnes Family. My dear friend Raynita and Ma Barnes, know that you're surrounded by love and will forever have Ray's presence! Seems like yesterday that Ray and I were playing football out at Messer Park. Rest well my bro!!!
Renee & Del Warner
July 1, 2021
Cousin you'll be missed and you will forever by in my heart. Praying for Ray children, Tanesha, my auntie, uncle, Raynita, Tony and Lonorris. Rip
Love you cuz.
Tonya J
July 1, 2021
Praying all is well, pray that God gives you strength Tanisha and Emory and Family
Althemese and Calvin Barnes
July 1, 2021
It was hurtful to hear of Ray Jr.s passing. He was such a kind spirit
from a warm and loving family. May the memories of him sustain family and friends and the hope to meet again.
Blue
June 30, 2021
Ray B, rest well homie.
Lonorris D Whittaker
June 30, 2021
Lord this is the hardest day of my life to sit here and see my only brother in this obituaries I never thought that I would see this and it hurts so bad to know that you are gone all I can do is think about. all the childhood memories we had together so rest in peace my brother I will see you again one day you will Always be in my heart until that day and time come love you my brother
Trina and Bee
June 30, 2021
Rest easy Ray B you will be missed by many
Shawana White
June 29, 2021
Can´t believe you´re gone. Had a good heart. You will be truly missed and I´ll make sure you´re oldest daughter never forget you and know that you truly loved her.
RIP Raymond Barnes
Ms.Johnetta A.Greene and Family
June 28, 2021
Ray's Family,you don't know my Family but Ray was my Son's and Grandson's Barber,he was one of the most pleasant and respectful young men I have known,you raised him well,There are NO words that will relieve you right now,but just give yourselves time to grieve,holdfast to your *Good* memories,they are what will get you thru...to his kids,he bragged on y'all...All the time, represent your Dad well,and live a life that will let you meet him on the other side! Lean NOT to your own understanding!
Tanya Rowls
June 26, 2021
Family ! Stay strong in the days of sorrow, it´s a time to Celebrate!Ray´s new life .
Amen
Elder Isaac and Mrs. Gilliam Patricia Mayes
June 25, 2021
Raymond and Marie,
We are sending love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find strength and healing in the Lord.
Dean Turner Early
June 25, 2021
I pray- God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Sheila Barnes-Williams
June 24, 2021
My heart is hurting to know that you are gone cousin. Your kindness will not be forgotten. The peace comes in knowing that you are at rest with in our Heavenly Father's arm. I love you!!!
Juanita Jefferson Cook
June 24, 2021
Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Comes In The Morning.
I am praying for the family and friends during this difficult time. May God comfort and give you His peace.
Troy&Patricia Knight
June 23, 2021
For a beloved. And wonderful friend. You brought real joy in our daughters´ life and our life for the last 15 years. We will never forget you.Until we meet again you rest in peace. You will truly be missed.Love you forever .
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