Larry Allan Barnes, Jr.

Mr. Larry Allan Barnes, Jr., 69, of Wilmington, NC died on March 4, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Joni Lewis Barnes of 34 years. He was born on December 12, 1951 in Wilmington to Larry Allan Sr. and Rose Pargeter Barnes.

Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He served with distinction during the Vietnam war, in Vietnam and other Asian countries. He was honorably discharged, then returned to Wilmington.

He began working as a Marine Surveyor, then started his own successful marine surveying company, inspecting ships and cargoes at major ports all along the Atlantic coast. He retired in 2018.

After his family and his dogs and cats, his greatest joy was serving as Scoutmaster for Boy Scouts of America Troop 237. He led the troop for more than 10 years, with several of his scouts achieving the highest rank of Eagle Scout. He was a member of the Order of the Arrow achieving the Vigil rank, which is the highest.

Larry enjoyed working around the home and yard when time allowed. His hobbies included woodworking and coin collecting. He was a good friend to many and well-liked by his neighbors.

In addition to his wife Joni, he is survived by his children, Deborah Elizabeth and Larry Allan, III, and brother, Gary Barnes.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Larry and Rose Barnes, and his sister Deborah Jean.

A graveside service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, March10, 2021, at the New Hope Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Winnabow, NC. In lieu of sending flowers, please consider donations to the New Hope Presbyterian Church.