Obituary
LANCASTER, SC:::::::::::: Mr. James Oneal Barnes, age 89, died Saturday, April 15, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born September 24, 1927 in Chester County, the son of the late John Barnes and Bessie Bishop Barnes and was the husband of Bobbie Burrell Barnes. Mr. Barnes retired from Springs Industries after 37 years. He loved his church and enjoyed outings and fellowship with his Sunday School Class. He drove the bus on many occasions. He served our great country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He loved spending time with his family and friends and especially his grandchildren. Mr. Barnes was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church, where he served as a Deacon and an Elder.
Mr. Barnes is survived by his wife of 67 years, Bobbie Barnes, two daughters, Cathy Barnes Lloyd and her husband, Crawford, and Jean Barnes Phillips, (Jerry); three grandsons, Crawford Lloyd, Jr., Justin Lloyd, and Christopher Phillips; one granddaughter, Jenna Phillips Brown and her husband, Daniel; two great grandchildren, Jackson Henry Brown and Jessa Danielle Brown.
Mr. Barnes was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Ervin Barnes, and JT Barnes; and a sister, Mary Barnes McFadden.
The Celebration of Life Funeral Service for Mr. Barnes will be 2:00 pm Monday, April 17, 2017 at Grace Presbyterian Church by Rev. Marty Simmons and Rev. Howard Messer. Burial will follow at Lancaster Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service from 1:00 – 2:00 pm and suggest memorial contributions be made to Grace Presbyterian Church, 1026 Grace Avenue, Lancaster, SC 29720 or to Hospice of South Carolina, 311-B North Main Street, Suite A, Lancaster, SC 29720.
An online guest register is available on the obituaries page at www.burgessfunerals.com.
Burgess Funeral Home & Crematory, 1800 Charlotte Hwy., Lancaster, SC is caring for the family of Mr. Barnes.
Burial
Lancaster Memorial Park
Monday April 17th, 2017
1389 Memorial Park Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
Visitation
Grace Presbyterian Church
Monday April 17th, 2017
1:00pm - 2:00pm
1026 Grace Ave.
Lancaster, SC 29720
Funeral Service
Grace Presbyterian Church
Monday April 17th, 2017
2:00pm
1026 Grace Ave.
Lancaster, SC 29720
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Mary Catledge lit a candle on Apr 20 2017 02:11:22 PM
Bobbie and family I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Oneal. He was a great man, a great boss. He was my boss for many years at Grace Sewing Plant. Thanks to him for the training and supervision skills he instilled in me.
May God bless you all!😇
Submitted by Mary Y McIlwain on Apr 19 2017 02:39:08 PM
Cathy and Jesn, I am so sorry to her of your Dads passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers..
. Mary Lynn Castles
Submitted by Mary Lynn Castles on Apr 18 2017 10:12:29 PM
Cathy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayer is God sends comfort and understanding to you during this difficult time. With Love, Shirley Parker Wemes
Submitted by Shirley Parker Wemes on Apr 18 2017 03:33:39 PM
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