James Frederick “Freddy” Barnett, age 64, Haleyville, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the VA Hospital.
Freddy was a man with a heart of gold that always made you laugh. He was a devout Auburn fan, War Eagle. He proudly served his country in the US Army, serving both in Vietnam and Germany. He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by everyone.
The visitation will be 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2016 at Oakman Church of God, Market Street, in Oakman. A memorial service will follow at 6:00 p.m. at the church. Officiating will be Bro. Johnny Martin and Bro. Kenneth Williams.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Norma Pruitt; daughter, Mellie Barnett; son, Christopher Perry (wife, Ashley); step-children, Dottie Herrero (husband, Andrew); LaDecka Pruitt; grandchildren, Kortney Gandy, Dylan Perry; step-grandsons, step-granddaughter; sisters, Patsy “Jennie” Creel (husband, Bill), Edith Franklin (husband, Terry), Kimberly Maddox (husband, Tim); sister-in-law, Diane Naramore; several nieces & nephews; and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, James “Twist” Barnett; mother, Minnie Jeanette Tingle; daughter-in-law, Renea Perry; brother-in-law, Ronald Naramore; ex-mother-in-law, Charlotte June Creel.
Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family.
