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Robert Barnes Obituary
Nashville - Robert H. "Pete" Barnes passed away June 24, 2020 at the age of 95. He was born March 11, 1925 in Bassett, AR. He was preceded in death by his son in law Josh Ambrose and his great grandson Sylar Weakley. He is survived by his wife of nearly 75 years, Nita Barnes and his sons Hal (Mary Jane) Barnes, Steve Barnes, daughters Vicki Ambrose and Mary Linda (John) Thomas, 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was a proud Marine Corps veteran and served in the south pacific during WWII having fought in the infamous battle of Guadalcanal. He was a graduate of Harding College and did graduate studies at Memphis State University. He was a member of the Crieve Hall Church of Christ for over 60 years. He gifted his body to the Vanderbilt School of Medicine. A memorial service will be held at Crieve Hall Church of Christ at 11:00 am Friday July 10 with visitation immediately following the service. Masks are suggested. Memorial contributions can be made to the Church of Christ Disaster Relief Effort, Inc., P. O. Box 111180, Nashville, TN 37222-1180 or by making a check to Crieve Hall Church of Christ designating it for Camp Leatherwood.
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S Chambers
June 24, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in the memories of time shared. Never forget that God cares. May his care soothe your hearts. (1Peter5:7)
David M. Malin, DDS CAPT USN Ret.
November 15, 2020
I had the honor of knowing Mr. Barnes for several years. I always admired his stories of his ordeals at Guadalcanal and his down to earth lessons of life he imparted. He is not only a national hero but a strong man of Faith. He is our loss but God's new companion! Rest in Peace Pete and SEMPER FI.
Betsy Pilgreen
June 27, 2020
The fact that he was married to his wife of nearly 75 years speaks volumes. How often do you hear that?
He will be missed by many especially by Nita and his family who loved him dearly. Rest in peace Pete.
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