Roe Neal Barnes, age 68, of Lakeland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Marianna, AR on September 28, 1952. Neal was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Crafton and Dott Marie Barnes; his brother, Raymond Barnes and his sister, Shirley Axtell.
Neal retired from Midsouth Pulmonary Specialist after working with Dr. Neal Aguillard for 27 years and also from Methodist University Hospital after more than 30 years. He enjoyed white water rafting, following college and pro football, and college basketball. Neal had a vast knowledge of sports and many other subjects which made him hard to beat at Trivial Pursuit. In addition, he always enjoyed watching University of Memphis football and basketball.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Marcia Flaherty Barnes; sisters, Doris Junkin of Columbus, NC and Patti Griffith (Terry) of Memphis, TN; brothers, Donald Barnes (Ruthie) of Pinellas Park, FL, Clifton Barnes of Morristown, TN and Hugh Barnes of Memphis, TN. Neal also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews; brothers in law, Jim Flaherty (Debbie) children, Drew and Matt & Michael Flaherty (Kim) children, Jack & Alex; sister in law, Pam Kirby (Glynn) children, Vivien & Chance and mother in law, Evelyn Hampton.
Due to COVID - 19, a private memorial service (immediate family only) for Neal will be held Sunday, February 28, 2021 beginning at 2:00pm at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122. In lieu of flowers, family request donations be made in Neal's memory to a charity of your choice.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FamilyFuneralMemphis.com for the Barnes family.
