He was born February 20, 1932, in Parkersburg, a son of the late Monroe and Gladys (Snyder) Barnes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, James Barnes and one brother Donald Barnes.
James was a United States Air Force Veteran and retired from E.I. Dupont with 30 years of service. He enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Bengals football team and NASCAR racing.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 62 years, Mary Barns; daughters Sherri Pepper of Millwood, WV, Rebecca Barnes Renfow of NC; granddaughter Lori Schultz of Hometown, WV and two great grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Alissa.
Private family service will be 12 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 28, 2018, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside Service will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Williamson officiating.
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