Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Saturday, June 17, 2006
BARNES, Marvin Evert .
Longtime resident of Lebec, Marvin Evert Barnes, died Monday, June 12, in Bakersfield, from complications of a brain hemorrhage. He was 85. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Ceremony will be held today, Saturday, June 17, at 11:00 am at 350 South Drive, Lebec. An outdoor picnic lunch will be provided by the family for everyone, where we will share stories and pictures of his life. Graveside services will be held at the Mojave Cemetery in Mojave on Monday, June 19, at 11:00 am, with full Military Honors. All friends are cordially invited and encouraged to attend both services. Hillcrest Mortuary. Daddy was born on December 30, 1920 in Lancaster, the fourth child and third son of John Leroy (Roy) and Mattie Ellen Anderson Barnes. He always liked to tell that he was named after the midwife who delivered him, "Mom" Evert, who also ran a boarding house where several of his surviving friends were also born. He grew up in and around the Lebec and Antelope Valley areas, his parents living in a house on the Old Ridge Route several miles from the property his grandparents homesteaded in the 1880's. He attended Quail Lake School in a one room schoolhouse. His mother drove the bus. He graduated from Antelope Valley High School in 1938. A natural athlete, he lettered in both varsity football and track. He earned his AA degree from Antelope Valley Junior College in 1940, majoring in photography. He worked for Western Electric Company from 1940 to 1942. He kept in touch with many of his classmates, and never missed the annual Old-timers' BBQ in Lancaster, where he visited with all his old and new friends. Daddy went into the United States Army on July 9, 1942. His favorite story of the Army was of being on maneuvers in Louisiana. One Friday night he procured a bushel of potatoes from the camp cook, a big kettle and enough lard to fill it up. He cooked gallons of french fries for his fellow soldiers, washed down with plenty of bottles of cold beer and camaraderie - a good memory to call on. The following four years were spent in Europe, primarily Germany, where he was present at the Battle of the Bulge. He was assigned to the 97th Signal Battalion, attaining the rank of Technician Fourth Grade, participating in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe campaigns. He remained in Paris after the war and attended the Sorbonne University. He would often tell of the wonderful times he had in Paris and remembered this city with real affection. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army on January 19, 1946, the recipient of numerous campaign medals. He came home to the Antelope Valley in 1946, again working for the telephone company. He said in later life that if he had gone to Los Angeles when they asked him, he could have been a "big honcho, " choosing instead to stay in the Valley, close to his beloved family and friends. He began farming full time with his brother Bill after one day while working at the cement plant where he "could see Bill way down below in the valley, going around and around, dust flying, and decided I wanted to be down there, too." The Barnes Brothers partnership lasted for over sixty years, until his death. After retiring, he helped whenever he had the chance, even to the day before he was hospitalized. His much-loved sister-in-law, Eldora, commented that she had never heard an argument between them in all that time. Daddy was an exceptional marksman and hunted the north end of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas, first with his father as a young boy, and later with his brother, son and nephews. Lynn, his oldest nephew, recalls that Daddy was such a good shot that Lynn would never tell anyone because he knew they'd never believe him. Dad was also known and loved for the cans of Vienna Sausages he always had stashed in his truck. No kid ever went hungry with Dad or "Uncle Marn" around. If any of us complained of being hungry, he would pull a can out, open and distribute them with his ever-present pocket knife. He married my mother, Carolyn Kathryn
Williams on April 13, 1952. She provided him with a ready-made family, twin daughters, Sharon and Sharol, whom he loved and raised as his own. I was born next, and then Samuel. He was a loving, faithful, and devoted husband, and the most wonderful father, always there to offer support and unconditional love. He was a loving and caring uncle to his nieces and nephews, and always considered them to be like his own children. Daddy was a Lifetime Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9791, where he attended regular monthly meetings. He was a regular Saturday night attendee of the VFW Bingo, where he was always tickled when he won, especially the blackout. He served on the Lebec Water Board for thirty-two years, retiring in January 2006. During this time he held offices of Director and three terms as President. He served many years on the Gorman School Board. After "officially" retiring from farming, he remained active in many areas. He planted a garden every year and his greatest pleasure was to be outside early in the morning while it was still cool. He grew tomatoes, squash, okra, carrots, and his favorite beets. He grew flowers and was especially fond of his red-hot pokers, canna lilies and lilacs. He helped my mother when she raised silky terriers, and after her death, took care of the seven that remained. As they passed one by one, he would bury them in the back yard under the oak tree or the pines. His love for his dogs, Cowboy and Tomboy, was legendary. He always shared whatever he was eating with them. He would buy them a burger when he bought one for himself. He cooked them hamburger in the morning and gave them ice cream at night. He loved his chickens, and had several in his yard. Recently when a raccoon injured one, he made a place for her on the porch and nursed her back to health. He brought her inside every night and she followed him around during the day like a dog would, several times even coming in the house. It was a pleasure to be the recipient of a dozen large brown eggs, which he distributed to friends and family. Daddy was a good cook and enjoyed canning, pickling onions, and making the best deviled eggs ever for every pot-luck or party he attended. He was also an impressive scavenger, never failing to stop and pick up "road treasures" when the opportunities arose. He liked yard sales and bargains and admittedly loved grocery stores, where he could spend several hours going up and down the aisles, just looking. Daddy was a wonderful dancer. He once commented to me that if he had been able he would have liked to be a dancer just like Fred Astaire. I have often thought that he would have given Fred some friendly, but very real competition. Daddy was married to Mama for forty-four years. She died on March 28, 1996. Sister Sharol died in 1995. He is survived by his son, Samuel; daughters Sharon Perisho and Lisa Barnes Graf and husband Mark Graf; granddaughters Bonnie and husband Bill Ottaviani, Laura and husband Jay Mitchell, Kari Perisho, Carolyn Odom and husband Terry, and Marcela Barnes; grandsons Parley Wells, Blake Barnes-Cook and Michael Marvin Graf; great-grandchildren Zachary Ottaviani, Ryker Wells, Cara Odom, and twins Owen and Grace Mitchell; brother Bill Barnes and wife Eldora; nephews Lynn Barnes and wife Joni, Reed Barnes and wife Patrice, John Barnes and wife Vicky; nieces Rae Usrey and husband Ed, Julia Stempora and husband Bob, Edwina Weddle and husband John, and Patricia Ralphs and husband Doug; many great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous lifelong friends, including Glen Ralphs and wife Gerre, and Dale and Wilma Mann; and dog-children Cowboy and Tomboy. Daddy lived a long and happy life, surrounded by the family and friends he loved most, and who loved him in return. He will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity toward all, and the extraordinary presence he carried wherever he went. A gentle man, he will be missed by all. It is an immense honor and an incalculable privilege for those many fortunate enough to have been included in his life.
Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Wednesday, June 14, 2006
BARNES, Marvin E., born December 30, 1920. Longtime Antelope Valley Resident, passed away June 12, 2006, in Bakersfield, California at the age of 85. A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2006, at the home of Reed and Patrice Barnes, located at 350 South Drive, Lebec, California. A picnic barbecue will follow the service. For information call either Patrice Barnes at 661-248-6787 or Lisa Graf at 661-391-9138. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 19, 2006, at the East Kern Cemetery at 2040 Belshaw, Mojave, California. For information or directions call the cemetery at 661-824-2778.
SSDI
Name: Marvin E. Barnes
SSN:
Last Residence: 93243 Lebec, Kern, California
Born: 30 Dec 1920
Died: 12 Jun 2006
State (Year) SSN issued: California (Before 1951 )
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Saturday, June 17, 2006
BARNES, Marvin Evert .
Longtime resident of Lebec, Marvin Evert Barnes, died Monday, June 12, in Bakersfield, from complications of a brain hemorrhage. He was 85. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Ceremony will be held today, Saturday, June 17, at 11:00 am at 350 South Drive, Lebec. An outdoor picnic lunch will be provided by the family for everyone, where we will share stories and pictures of his life. Graveside services will be held at the Mojave Cemetery in Mojave on Monday, June 19, at 11:00 am, with full Military Honors. All friends are cordially invited and encouraged to attend both services. Hillcrest Mortuary. Daddy was born on December 30, 1920 in Lancaster, the fourth child and third son of John Leroy (Roy) and Mattie Ellen Anderson Barnes. He always liked to tell that he was named after the midwife who delivered him, "Mom" Evert, who also ran a boarding house where several of his surviving friends were also born. He grew up in and around the Lebec and Antelope Valley areas, his parents living in a house on the Old Ridge Route several miles from the property his grandparents homesteaded in the 1880's. He attended Quail Lake School in a one room schoolhouse. His mother drove the bus. He graduated from Antelope Valley High School in 1938. A natural athlete, he lettered in both varsity football and track. He earned his AA degree from Antelope Valley Junior College in 1940, majoring in photography. He worked for Western Electric Company from 1940 to 1942. He kept in touch with many of his classmates, and never missed the annual Old-timers' BBQ in Lancaster, where he visited with all his old and new friends. Daddy went into the United States Army on July 9, 1942. His favorite story of the Army was of being on maneuvers in Louisiana. One Friday night he procured a bushel of potatoes from the camp cook, a big kettle and enough lard to fill it up. He cooked gallons of french fries for his fellow soldiers, washed down with plenty of bottles of cold beer and camaraderie - a good memory to call on. The following four years were spent in Europe, primarily Germany, where he was present at the Battle of the Bulge. He was assigned to the 97th Signal Battalion, attaining the rank of Technician Fourth Grade, participating in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe campaigns. He remained in Paris after the war and attended the Sorbonne University. He would often tell of the wonderful times he had in Paris and remembered this city with real affection. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army on January 19, 1946, the recipient of numerous campaign medals. He came home to the Antelope Valley in 1946, again working for the telephone company. He said in later life that if he had gone to Los Angeles when they asked him, he could have been a "big honcho, " choosing instead to stay in the Valley, close to his beloved family and friends. He began farming full time with his brother Bill after one day while working at the cement plant where he "could see Bill way down below in the valley, going around and around, dust flying, and decided I wanted to be down there, too." The Barnes Brothers partnership lasted for over sixty years, until his death. After retiring, he helped whenever he had the chance, even to the day before he was hospitalized. His much-loved sister-in-law, Eldora, commented that she had never heard an argument between them in all that time. Daddy was an exceptional marksman and hunted the north end of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas, first with his father as a young boy, and later with his brother, son and nephews. Lynn, his oldest nephew, recalls that Daddy was such a good shot that Lynn would never tell anyone because he knew they'd never believe him. Dad was also known and loved for the cans of Vienna Sausages he always had stashed in his truck. No kid ever went hungry with Dad or "Uncle Marn" around. If any of us complained of being hungry, he would pull a can out, open and distribute them with his ever-present pocket knife. He married my mother, Carolyn Kathryn
Williams on April 13, 1952. She provided him with a ready-made family, twin daughters, Sharon and Sharol, whom he loved and raised as his own. I was born next, and then Samuel. He was a loving, faithful, and devoted husband, and the most wonderful father, always there to offer support and unconditional love. He was a loving and caring uncle to his nieces and nephews, and always considered them to be like his own children. Daddy was a Lifetime Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9791, where he attended regular monthly meetings. He was a regular Saturday night attendee of the VFW Bingo, where he was always tickled when he won, especially the blackout. He served on the Lebec Water Board for thirty-two years, retiring in January 2006. During this time he held offices of Director and three terms as President. He served many years on the Gorman School Board. After "officially" retiring from farming, he remained active in many areas. He planted a garden every year and his greatest pleasure was to be outside early in the morning while it was still cool. He grew tomatoes, squash, okra, carrots, and his favorite beets. He grew flowers and was especially fond of his red-hot pokers, canna lilies and lilacs. He helped my mother when she raised silky terriers, and after her death, took care of the seven that remained. As they passed one by one, he would bury them in the back yard under the oak tree or the pines. His love for his dogs, Cowboy and Tomboy, was legendary. He always shared whatever he was eating with them. He would buy them a burger when he bought one for himself. He cooked them hamburger in the morning and gave them ice cream at night. He loved his chickens, and had several in his yard. Recently when a raccoon injured one, he made a place for her on the porch and nursed her back to health. He brought her inside every night and she followed him around during the day like a dog would, several times even coming in the house. It was a pleasure to be the recipient of a dozen large brown eggs, which he distributed to friends and family. Daddy was a good cook and enjoyed canning, pickling onions, and making the best deviled eggs ever for every pot-luck or party he attended. He was also an impressive scavenger, never failing to stop and pick up "road treasures" when the opportunities arose. He liked yard sales and bargains and admittedly loved grocery stores, where he could spend several hours going up and down the aisles, just looking. Daddy was a wonderful dancer. He once commented to me that if he had been able he would have liked to be a dancer just like Fred Astaire. I have often thought that he would have given Fred some friendly, but very real competition. Daddy was married to Mama for forty-four years. She died on March 28, 1996. Sister Sharol died in 1995. He is survived by his son, Samuel; daughters Sharon Perisho and Lisa Barnes Graf and husband Mark Graf; granddaughters Bonnie and husband Bill Ottaviani, Laura and husband Jay Mitchell, Kari Perisho, Carolyn Odom and husband Terry, and Marcela Barnes; grandsons Parley Wells, Blake Barnes-Cook and Michael Marvin Graf; great-grandchildren Zachary Ottaviani, Ryker Wells, Cara Odom, and twins Owen and Grace Mitchell; brother Bill Barnes and wife Eldora; nephews Lynn Barnes and wife Joni, Reed Barnes and wife Patrice, John Barnes and wife Vicky; nieces Rae Usrey and husband Ed, Julia Stempora and husband Bob, Edwina Weddle and husband John, and Patricia Ralphs and husband Doug; many great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous lifelong friends, including Glen Ralphs and wife Gerre, and Dale and Wilma Mann; and dog-children Cowboy and Tomboy. Daddy lived a long and happy life, surrounded by the family and friends he loved most, and who loved him in return. He will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity toward all, and the extraordinary presence he carried wherever he went. A gentle man, he will be missed by all. It is an immense honor and an incalculable privilege for those many fortunate enough to have been included in his life.
Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Wednesday, June 14, 2006
BARNES, Marvin E., born December 30, 1920. Longtime Antelope Valley Resident, passed away June 12, 2006, in Bakersfield, California at the age of 85. A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2006, at the home of Reed and Patrice Barnes, located at 350 South Drive, Lebec, California. A picnic barbecue will follow the service. For information call either Patrice Barnes at 661-248-6787 or Lisa Graf at 661-391-9138. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 19, 2006, at the East Kern Cemetery at 2040 Belshaw, Mojave, California. For information or directions call the cemetery at 661-824-2778.
SSDI
Name: Marvin E. Barnes
SSN:
Last Residence: 93243 Lebec, Kern, California
Born: 30 Dec 1920
Died: 12 Jun 2006
State (Year) SSN issued: California (Before 1951 )
Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Saturday, June 17, 2006
BARNES, Marvin Evert .
Longtime resident of Lebec, Marvin Evert Barnes, died Monday, June 12, in Bakersfield, from complications of a brain hemorrhage. He was 85. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Ceremony will be held today, Saturday, June 17, at 11:00 am at 350 South Drive, Lebec. An outdoor picnic lunch will be provided by the family for everyone, where we will share stories and pictures of his life. Graveside services will be held at the Mojave Cemetery in Mojave on Monday, June 19, at 11:00 am, with full Military Honors. All friends are cordially invited and encouraged to attend both services. Hillcrest Mortuary. Daddy was born on December 30, 1920 in Lancaster, the fourth child and third son of John Leroy (Roy) and Mattie Ellen Anderson Barnes. He always liked to tell that he was named after the midwife who delivered him, "Mom" Evert, who also ran a boarding house where several of his surviving friends were also born. He grew up in and around the Lebec and Antelope Valley areas, his parents living in a house on the Old Ridge Route several miles from the property his grandparents homesteaded in the 1880's. He attended Quail Lake School in a one room schoolhouse. His mother drove the bus. He graduated from Antelope Valley High School in 1938. A natural athlete, he lettered in both varsity football and track. He earned his AA degree from Antelope Valley Junior College in 1940, majoring in photography. He worked for Western Electric Company from 1940 to 1942. He kept in touch with many of his classmates, and never missed the annual Old-timers' BBQ in Lancaster, where he visited with all his old and new friends. Daddy went into the United States Army on July 9, 1942. His favorite story of the Army was of being on maneuvers in Louisiana. One Friday night he procured a bushel of potatoes from the camp cook, a big kettle and enough lard to fill it up. He cooked gallons of french fries for his fellow soldiers, washed down with plenty of bottles of cold beer and camaraderie - a good memory to call on. The following four years were spent in Europe, primarily Germany, where he was present at the Battle of the Bulge. He was assigned to the 97th Signal Battalion, attaining the rank of Technician Fourth Grade, participating in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe campaigns. He remained in Paris after the war and attended the Sorbonne University. He would often tell of the wonderful times he had in Paris and remembered this city with real affection. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army on January 19, 1946, the recipient of numerous campaign medals. He came home to the Antelope Valley in 1946, again working for the telephone company. He said in later life that if he had gone to Los Angeles when they asked him, he could have been a "big honcho, " choosing instead to stay in the Valley, close to his beloved family and friends. He began farming full time with his brother Bill after one day while working at the cement plant where he "could see Bill way down below in the valley, going around and around, dust flying, and decided I wanted to be down there, too." The Barnes Brothers partnership lasted for over sixty years, until his death. After retiring, he helped whenever he had the chance, even to the day before he was hospitalized. His much-loved sister-in-law, Eldora, commented that she had never heard an argument between them in all that time. Daddy was an exceptional marksman and hunted the north end of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas, first with his father as a young boy, and later with his brother, son and nephews. Lynn, his oldest nephew, recalls that Daddy was such a good shot that Lynn would never tell anyone because he knew they'd never believe him. Dad was also known and loved for the cans of Vienna Sausages he always had stashed in his truck. No kid ever went hungry with Dad or "Uncle Marn" around. If any of us complained of being hungry, he would pull a can out, open and distribute them with his ever-present pocket knife. He married my mother, Carolyn Kathryn
Williams on April 13, 1952. She provided him with a ready-made family, twin daughters, Sharon and Sharol, whom he loved and raised as his own. I was born next, and then Samuel. He was a loving, faithful, and devoted husband, and the most wonderful father, always there to offer support and unconditional love. He was a loving and caring uncle to his nieces and nephews, and always considered them to be like his own children. Daddy was a Lifetime Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9791, where he attended regular monthly meetings. He was a regular Saturday night attendee of the VFW Bingo, where he was always tickled when he won, especially the blackout. He served on the Lebec Water Board for thirty-two years, retiring in January 2006. During this time he held offices of Director and three terms as President. He served many years on the Gorman School Board. After "officially" retiring from farming, he remained active in many areas. He planted a garden every year and his greatest pleasure was to be outside early in the morning while it was still cool. He grew tomatoes, squash, okra, carrots, and his favorite beets. He grew flowers and was especially fond of his red-hot pokers, canna lilies and lilacs. He helped my mother when she raised silky terriers, and after her death, took care of the seven that remained. As they passed one by one, he would bury them in the back yard under the oak tree or the pines. His love for his dogs, Cowboy and Tomboy, was legendary. He always shared whatever he was eating with them. He would buy them a burger when he bought one for himself. He cooked them hamburger in the morning and gave them ice cream at night. He loved his chickens, and had several in his yard. Recently when a raccoon injured one, he made a place for her on the porch and nursed her back to health. He brought her inside every night and she followed him around during the day like a dog would, several times even coming in the house. It was a pleasure to be the recipient of a dozen large brown eggs, which he distributed to friends and family. Daddy was a good cook and enjoyed canning, pickling onions, and making the best deviled eggs ever for every pot-luck or party he attended. He was also an impressive scavenger, never failing to stop and pick up "road treasures" when the opportunities arose. He liked yard sales and bargains and admittedly loved grocery stores, where he could spend several hours going up and down the aisles, just looking. Daddy was a wonderful dancer. He once commented to me that if he had been able he would have liked to be a dancer just like Fred Astaire. I have often thought that he would have given Fred some friendly, but very real competition. Daddy was married to Mama for forty-four years. She died on March 28, 1996. Sister Sharol died in 1995. He is survived by his son, Samuel; daughters Sharon Perisho and Lisa Barnes Graf and husband Mark Graf; granddaughters Bonnie and husband Bill Ottaviani, Laura and husband Jay Mitchell, Kari Perisho, Carolyn Odom and husband Terry, and Marcela Barnes; grandsons Parley Wells, Blake Barnes-Cook and Michael Marvin Graf; great-grandchildren Zachary Ottaviani, Ryker Wells, Cara Odom, and twins Owen and Grace Mitchell; brother Bill Barnes and wife Eldora; nephews Lynn Barnes and wife Joni, Reed Barnes and wife Patrice, John Barnes and wife Vicky; nieces Rae Usrey and husband Ed, Julia Stempora and husband Bob, Edwina Weddle and husband John, and Patricia Ralphs and husband Doug; many great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous lifelong friends, including Glen Ralphs and wife Gerre, and Dale and Wilma Mann; and dog-children Cowboy and Tomboy. Daddy lived a long and happy life, surrounded by the family and friends he loved most, and who loved him in return. He will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity toward all, and the extraordinary presence he carried wherever he went. A gentle man, he will be missed by all. It is an immense honor and an incalculable privilege for those many fortunate enough to have been included in his life.
Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Wednesday, June 14, 2006
BARNES, Marvin E., born December 30, 1920. Longtime Antelope Valley Resident, passed away June 12, 2006, in Bakersfield, California at the age of 85. A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2006, at the home of Reed and Patrice Barnes, located at 350 South Drive, Lebec, California. A picnic barbecue will follow the service. For information call either Patrice Barnes at 661-248-6787 or Lisa Graf at 661-391-9138. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 19, 2006, at the East Kern Cemetery at 2040 Belshaw, Mojave, California. For information or directions call the cemetery at 661-824-2778.
SSDI
Name: Marvin E. Barnes
SSN:
Last Residence: 93243 Lebec, Kern, California
Born: 30 Dec 1920
Died: 12 Jun 2006
State (Year) SSN issued: California (Before 1951 )
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Saturday, June 17, 2006
BARNES, Marvin Evert .
Longtime resident of Lebec, Marvin Evert Barnes, died Monday, June 12, in Bakersfield, from complications of a brain hemorrhage. He was 85. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Ceremony will be held today, Saturday, June 17, at 11:00 am at 350 South Drive, Lebec. An outdoor picnic lunch will be provided by the family for everyone, where we will share stories and pictures of his life. Graveside services will be held at the Mojave Cemetery in Mojave on Monday, June 19, at 11:00 am, with full Military Honors. All friends are cordially invited and encouraged to attend both services. Hillcrest Mortuary. Daddy was born on December 30, 1920 in Lancaster, the fourth child and third son of John Leroy (Roy) and Mattie Ellen Anderson Barnes. He always liked to tell that he was named after the midwife who delivered him, "Mom" Evert, who also ran a boarding house where several of his surviving friends were also born. He grew up in and around the Lebec and Antelope Valley areas, his parents living in a house on the Old Ridge Route several miles from the property his grandparents homesteaded in the 1880's. He attended Quail Lake School in a one room schoolhouse. His mother drove the bus. He graduated from Antelope Valley High School in 1938. A natural athlete, he lettered in both varsity football and track. He earned his AA degree from Antelope Valley Junior College in 1940, majoring in photography. He worked for Western Electric Company from 1940 to 1942. He kept in touch with many of his classmates, and never missed the annual Old-timers' BBQ in Lancaster, where he visited with all his old and new friends. Daddy went into the United States Army on July 9, 1942. His favorite story of the Army was of being on maneuvers in Louisiana. One Friday night he procured a bushel of potatoes from the camp cook, a big kettle and enough lard to fill it up. He cooked gallons of french fries for his fellow soldiers, washed down with plenty of bottles of cold beer and camaraderie - a good memory to call on. The following four years were spent in Europe, primarily Germany, where he was present at the Battle of the Bulge. He was assigned to the 97th Signal Battalion, attaining the rank of Technician Fourth Grade, participating in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe campaigns. He remained in Paris after the war and attended the Sorbonne University. He would often tell of the wonderful times he had in Paris and remembered this city with real affection. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army on January 19, 1946, the recipient of numerous campaign medals. He came home to the Antelope Valley in 1946, again working for the telephone company. He said in later life that if he had gone to Los Angeles when they asked him, he could have been a "big honcho, " choosing instead to stay in the Valley, close to his beloved family and friends. He began farming full time with his brother Bill after one day while working at the cement plant where he "could see Bill way down below in the valley, going around and around, dust flying, and decided I wanted to be down there, too." The Barnes Brothers partnership lasted for over sixty years, until his death. After retiring, he helped whenever he had the chance, even to the day before he was hospitalized. His much-loved sister-in-law, Eldora, commented that she had never heard an argument between them in all that time. Daddy was an exceptional marksman and hunted the north end of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas, first with his father as a young boy, and later with his brother, son and nephews. Lynn, his oldest nephew, recalls that Daddy was such a good shot that Lynn would never tell anyone because he knew they'd never believe him. Dad was also known and loved for the cans of Vienna Sausages he always had stashed in his truck. No kid ever went hungry with Dad or "Uncle Marn" around. If any of us complained of being hungry, he would pull a can out, open and distribute them with his ever-present pocket knife. He married my mother, Carolyn Kathryn
Williams on April 13, 1952. She provided him with a ready-made family, twin daughters, Sharon and Sharol, whom he loved and raised as his own. I was born next, and then Samuel. He was a loving, faithful, and devoted husband, and the most wonderful father, always there to offer support and unconditional love. He was a loving and caring uncle to his nieces and nephews, and always considered them to be like his own children. Daddy was a Lifetime Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9791, where he attended regular monthly meetings. He was a regular Saturday night attendee of the VFW Bingo, where he was always tickled when he won, especially the blackout. He served on the Lebec Water Board for thirty-two years, retiring in January 2006. During this time he held offices of Director and three terms as President. He served many years on the Gorman School Board. After "officially" retiring from farming, he remained active in many areas. He planted a garden every year and his greatest pleasure was to be outside early in the morning while it was still cool. He grew tomatoes, squash, okra, carrots, and his favorite beets. He grew flowers and was especially fond of his red-hot pokers, canna lilies and lilacs. He helped my mother when she raised silky terriers, and after her death, took care of the seven that remained. As they passed one by one, he would bury them in the back yard under the oak tree or the pines. His love for his dogs, Cowboy and Tomboy, was legendary. He always shared whatever he was eating with them. He would buy them a burger when he bought one for himself. He cooked them hamburger in the morning and gave them ice cream at night. He loved his chickens, and had several in his yard. Recently when a raccoon injured one, he made a place for her on the porch and nursed her back to health. He brought her inside every night and she followed him around during the day like a dog would, several times even coming in the house. It was a pleasure to be the recipient of a dozen large brown eggs, which he distributed to friends and family. Daddy was a good cook and enjoyed canning, pickling onions, and making the best deviled eggs ever for every pot-luck or party he attended. He was also an impressive scavenger, never failing to stop and pick up "road treasures" when the opportunities arose. He liked yard sales and bargains and admittedly loved grocery stores, where he could spend several hours going up and down the aisles, just looking. Daddy was a wonderful dancer. He once commented to me that if he had been able he would have liked to be a dancer just like Fred Astaire. I have often thought that he would have given Fred some friendly, but very real competition. Daddy was married to Mama for forty-four years. She died on March 28, 1996. Sister Sharol died in 1995. He is survived by his son, Samuel; daughters Sharon Perisho and Lisa Barnes Graf and husband Mark Graf; granddaughters Bonnie and husband Bill Ottaviani, Laura and husband Jay Mitchell, Kari Perisho, Carolyn Odom and husband Terry, and Marcela Barnes; grandsons Parley Wells, Blake Barnes-Cook and Michael Marvin Graf; great-grandchildren Zachary Ottaviani, Ryker Wells, Cara Odom, and twins Owen and Grace Mitchell; brother Bill Barnes and wife Eldora; nephews Lynn Barnes and wife Joni, Reed Barnes and wife Patrice, John Barnes and wife Vicky; nieces Rae Usrey and husband Ed, Julia Stempora and husband Bob, Edwina Weddle and husband John, and Patricia Ralphs and husband Doug; many great-nieces and great-nephews; numerous lifelong friends, including Glen Ralphs and wife Gerre, and Dale and Wilma Mann; and dog-children Cowboy and Tomboy. Daddy lived a long and happy life, surrounded by the family and friends he loved most, and who loved him in return. He will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity toward all, and the extraordinary presence he carried wherever he went. A gentle man, he will be missed by all. It is an immense honor and an incalculable privilege for those many fortunate enough to have been included in his life.
Antelope Valley Press
Classification 1000
Obituary notices and memorials
These ads appeared in the Antelope Valley Press Wednesday, June 14, 2006
BARNES, Marvin E., born December 30, 1920. Longtime Antelope Valley Resident, passed away June 12, 2006, in Bakersfield, California at the age of 85. A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2006, at the home of Reed and Patrice Barnes, located at 350 South Drive, Lebec, California. A picnic barbecue will follow the service. For information call either Patrice Barnes at 661-248-6787 or Lisa Graf at 661-391-9138. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 19, 2006, at the East Kern Cemetery at 2040 Belshaw, Mojave, California. For information or directions call the cemetery at 661-824-2778.
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Name: Marvin E. Barnes
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Last Residence: 93243 Lebec, Kern, California
Born: 30 Dec 1920
Died: 12 Jun 2006
State (Year) SSN issued: California (Before 1951 )
