Ms. Bernice Barnes

Passed 01/23/2021

Obituary For Ms. Bernice Barnes

On January 23rd in the Gulf Coast Medical Center, Ms. Bernice Barnes of Marianna, Florida passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior at the age of 84.

She was of the Methodist faith and a faithful member of the Mt. Shiloh A.M.E. Church in Bascom where she served as a Stewardess, choir director and performed missionary work.

Some of her many accomplishments also includes: Worked eight years as a CNA at Group Care Home in Donalsonville, Georgia; Foster parent for 30+ years; Gospel singer, performed at churches and community gatherings in Florida, Georgia and Alabama; Organized community gatherings at her home which included free food, sports and dancing; and Organizing fund raising events to assist those in need.

To forever cherish her memories and continue her legacy are ten children; Otis, Choice, Clauzell, Vonda, James, Dante, Willie, Patrick, Michael and Billy; five grandchildren, Ciara Jones, Joshua Barnes, Mallik Barnes, Dante Barnes, Jr. and Shawn Barnes; two great grandchildren, Chase and Camdyn Jones; one sister, Cleveola Jetter; one brother, Lonnie Johnson and wife Mary; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

A homegoing celebration will be held graveside on Saturday, January 30th at 11a.m. at Mt. Shiloh A.M.E. Church Cemetery with Pastor Abraham Johnson and Rev. Leroy McLeroy officiating. Interment will follow with arrangements entrusted to the Caring Staff at Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna.



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Hello if anyone reads this I'm a Great niece of Bernice's Husband Otis Barnes I'm trying to reach the family members. As I remember Bernice as a Sweet caring God fearing woman. Always had a beautiful smile and soft voice. My condolences to the Barnes family. My name is La'shawn I am Reggie mae Barnes Grand daughter. If anyone can contact me so I can speak with a family member it would be greatly appreciated. My # is 3472675944 . Thank you and God bless

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Family Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Remember that God will wipe away all of your tears and give you peace and comfort. Love Dessie Patterson-Mathews,Diann Patterson-Hayes, Nathaniel Martin, Sis.Jennifer Martin-Lewis, Harriet Martin-Blanks, Lourenzo F. Martin May God Bless You and Keep You

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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