Terry Lewis Barnes

Terry Lewis Barnes, 76, of Findlay, OH, passed away at 10:30am on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Bridge Hospice Care Center.  Terry was born on March 6, 1948, in McKeesport, PA, to the late Charles D. Barnes and Susan H. Barnes.

Terry served as Fire Control Technician in the U.S. Navy from September 5, 1967 – June 5, 1973.  During his time in the Navy, he served aboard the USS Theodore E. Chandler (DD-717) and the USS Wiltsie (DD-716).  While in the Navy, he served in the Vietnam Conflict and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal, among many other honors.

Terry was deeply passionate about boating and spending summers with his family at Lake Cumberland.  He had a keen interest in collecting guns and enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including motorcycles, woodworking, and tinkering.  Above all, he adored his grandchildren, taking immense pride in their achievements and enjoyed spoiling them at every opportunity.

Terry is survived by his wife, Doris (Nettles) Barnes; his two sons, Charles T. Barnes (Kandice Bluhm Barnes) and David A. Barnes (Chelsea Gossman Barnes); five grandchildren, Audrey S. Barnes, Cameron T. Barnes, Courtney S. Barnes, Rylee J. Barnes, and Bekka R. Barnes.  He is also survived by his five sisters, Sandy Mancini, Dorsey (Thomas) Solich, Carol (Jim) Howard, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub, and Sue (Kevin) Kurta, as well as fourteen nieces and nephews. Terry was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Sherry K. Barnes, and brother-in-law, Paul Mancini.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.  at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC. 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, PA, 15110, 412-466-3300, where a Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., followed by burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors.

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