Uncle Sam was a great businessman, mentor, great husband, father, and grandfather.  It was an honor to know him. May he rest in heavenly peace. 

Steve Liles

I have many fond memories of our 50 years together, but one of the best happened during my last year at U. of F.  I was certain that I needed to take some “time off” from school. He patiently sat me down and explained exactly how much my NEW “personal expenses” would be IF and when I wasn’t a full-time student under his financial umbrella.  It was VERY eye-opening, and I quickly decided I needed was to graduate school BEFORE taking any time off… There are so many good memories that I have of him and will cherish them always.  This one memory, however, will remain sharply engraved in my mind!

Dad had a wonderful sense of humor and when he heard a joke that he liked, he’d tell it many times.  His most recent was regarding which side of a duck has the most feathers?  (The “outside”, of course) And he told it to about every doctor or nurse who were willing to listen. Dad was a wonderfully kind man and extremely faithful to following Christ’s example throughout his life.  In doing so, he will be remembered as a great husband, a terrific father, and a strong leader.  His love, devotion, humor, and compassion will not soon be forgotten.
   
We will miss him, but he left a mark on countless lives over his 84 years!


I Didn't even know your father, but was told through your work family about this wonderful man. I always pray for lost fathers as mine was lost tragically at 11 years old. I always hold Dad's up in prayer as I will yours. 
God Bless your family. 

I knew and loved Sam all my life because he was my Big Brother. It was a privilege to be his sister.....we grew up almost like twins.  Sam had 5 sisters (and 2 brothers) 
and he helped and took care of all 5 sisters......that is going above and beyond!!
People like Sam only come along very seldom.......he is leaving big foot prints for all to follow..
His and Sylvia’s was a great love story......he adored her......they were the example of what a Godly marriage should be. Their sons and grandchildren have had the perfect role model to follow.
Words cannot express how much he is going to be and already is missed but we are comforted by knowing that we will see him again in heaven where God has said to him “Well done good and faithful servant.....you fought the good fight and finished your race”
Till I see you again, Big Brother ......I love you more.        Pat

Sam is my big brother (Ken) and brother-in-law (Carol). Sam has always been a terrific role model for all of us. Spiritual and God-loving, moral and honest, determined and hard working, friendly and beloved by all.  Sam was devoted to his beloved Sylvia, to his sons and grandchildren, to his siblings, and to his entire family. Sam was a loving, caring man and was truly a very good person. He is now at eternal rest with God in Heaven, reunited with loved ones, family and friends who are happy to be with him again.  We who are now waiting to be reunited with Sam are sad for ourselves, and mourning, but happy for Sam, who is now at rest and free from pain. Rest In Peace, Sam, you are sorely missed, and very much loved. 
Ken & Carol Barnett, 
Andrew & Liza (Gus and Molly), 
Brian & Kim (Danny and Mikey).

The staff of Roswell Funeral Home and Green Lawn Cemetery would like to extend our most sincere condolence to the Barnett Family. We would like to thank you for entrusting the care of your love one into our hands. Please remember you are not alone and we will always be here for you. 

Eddie and I loved Sam so much. He was indeed a special uncle to us. We will definitely miss him. We loved when he and Sylvia came to Texas. Hope you are dancing in heaven with all your family and friends.








OBITUARY

Herman H. Barnett

July 21, 1936 – April 13, 2021

Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Chapel & Oaklawn Cemetery

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