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JOHN BARNES Obituary
1/16/31 - 1/31/13
Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, John died peacefully at home in Santa Ana, CA on January 31, 2013. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War and fought at the Chosin reservoir. He was a lifetime member of VFW. He was an active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and served as an Eucharistic Minister and an usher for many years along with participating on several committees. He is survived by his wife Helen of 56 years; children, Carol (Jeff Reiss), Elizabeth Jaime (Duane Skaim), John (Kimberly) and Jerry (Veronica); grandchildren, Amanda and Kyle Reiss, Christina, Tiffany and Brandon Jaime, Alexandra Barnes and April and Michael Barnes. The Rosary was followed by the Mass of Christian Burial on February 2, 2013 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Costa Mesa, CA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church or the charity of your choice.
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Al & Susanne
February 9, 2013
May God continue to comfort all of you. We look forward to the time when death will be no more, and instead of tears of sorrow, there will be tears of happiness.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Karen Keeton
February 7, 2013
Liz my dear friend, wanted you to know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers..love ya my friend..your East Coast Friend, Karen(karen7angel)
Robert & Marilyn Neville
February 6, 2013
He will be missed. Helen's brother Bob knew him for over 50 years. Our children grew up together.
Barbara and Bill Riggs
February 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Harbor Lawn-Mt. Olive Memorial Park & Mortuary1625 Gisler Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-2201
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