Sonny was a veteran of the US Army Special Forces and served in Vietnam. He was a graduate of Cherokee High School and a member of the American Legion and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 320. He was a partner of Barfield Construction, LLC, with his grandson, Austin.
Sonny was known by so many, and his legacy will live with us forever. For his family, the wisdom and lessons he has taught us are unmatched.
Pallbearers will be Austin Rainey, Josh Rogers, Zane Scharff, Shane Bobo, Tory Melton, and Will McGee.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 19, from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia. A graveside service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Community Cemetery, Baker Lane, Tuscumbia, where his wife, grandson, and parents are laid to rest. Officiating his service will be Truman Sutton and Buddy Dover.