Mr. David Barrett, age 68, of Cleveland, Georgia, formerly of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021. He was born on November 27, 1952 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late William Charles Barrett, Sr. and Helen Hazel (Peterson) Barrett. Mr. Barrett proudly served our country in the United States Army for 21 years, achieving the title of Staff Sergeant. He was a combat veteran during Desert Storm where he played an integral role as a Medic. After his time in the military, Mr. Barrett began working with the Atlanta Fire Department, where he spent 10 years of his career. He retired from the Douglas County Fire Department as an Arson Investigator after 24 years of dedicated service. David was a highly decorated veteran and firefighter receiving numerous awards throughout the years.
He was a member of the American Legion and the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI). He was a man of faith and eventually became an Ordained Associate Pastor. Mr. Barrett enjoyed spending time with his family, taking part in outdoor activities, and traveling. He loved people and always brought joy to those around him. Those who loved him will dearly miss his jokester nature and the laughs shared.
He is preceded in death by son, David Barrett Jr., and parents, William and Hazel Barrett.
He is survived by his wife, Lori Ann (Frederick) Barrett; children, Tricia Shelton, Joshua (Emily) Barrett, Chad (Ariel) Stewart, Caitlyn (Nic) Russini and Channon Stewart; siblings, Bill (Gail) Barrett, Becky (Mark) Earley and Carol Ellis; grandchildren, Drew, Lee, Cade, Lexi, Belle, Tyler, Ella and Jackson; and his two dogs, Spike and Tiny.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, February 25, 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. The funeral service will take place in Rosehaven Chapel at 11:00 am with Pastor Ricky Stepp officiating. Committal service will follow at Rosehaven Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675, www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Please take time to leave condolences with the family or share memories of Mr. Barrett by visiting www.WhitleyGarner.com.
Services have been entrusted to the care of Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home 8640 Rose Avenue Douglasville, Georgia 30134.
