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Laura J. Barnett

Passed 2/21/2009

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Obituary For Laura J. Barnett

Laura J. Barnett, 87, of Toronto, Ohio formerly of Wintersville died Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Trinity West.  She was born in Steubenville, OH on March 16, 1921 a daughter of the late Harry and Mae Yocum Davitt.  She was Presbyterian by faith and sang for several years in the choir at Two Ridges Presbyterian Church.  Laura was the treasurer of Sans Pariel Lodge, Auxiliary of United Transportation Union.  Over the years she was a member of many bowling teams where she had lots of fun.  Her favorite times were spent with her lively, loving family.  During the late 50’s and through the 60’s Laura and her husband owned and operated Barnett’s Grocery in Wintersville.  She then worked in customer service at Big Bear, from where she retired.  Preceding Laura in death was her husband George S. “Bud” Barnett; brother Dick and sisters Marie, Althea and Alice.  Surviving are her sons George (Debby) Barnett and Bruce (Susan) Barnett; daughters Dee Dee (Kent) Higgins and Sherrie Martin; eight grandchildren Traci, Jeff, D’Ann and Buddy Barnett, Amy and Beth Higgins, Brittnie Smith and Emily Martin; two great grandchildren Isaiah and Isabelle Kemper; brothers Harry of Delaware and Steve of Louisiana and special niece Patricia Bethel of Centerville.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Monday 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. where a service will be held Tuesday 10 a.m. with Rev. Thomas Bullard officiating.  Burial at Fort Steuben.   

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  • 09/03/2024

    Cheryl Ludewig Frey

    Sherry, I am sorry for the loss of your Mom. I caanot make it to the funeral home but please know you and your family are in my thoughts. Your Mom was also a great cheerleader for girls softball!!!

  • 09/03/2024

    Cathy Dustolfo

    DAnn: I am so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories of your grandmother. I noticed her obituary too late to visit the funeral home. You will be in my thoughts. Regards to mom. Cathy Dustolfo

  • 09/03/2024

    sue dradt wedlake

    sherrie, so sorry to hear of you mothers passing. didn't know her very well,but the few times we met were very nice . remember the time we brought the girl scouts over to hear you play the drums? she was extra specially nice to all the girls. my prayer are with your family. sue dradt wedlake

  • 09/03/2024

    George & Ilene Hunt

    Dear Bruce & Susan, We were so sorry to hear of your wonderful mothers passing. We remember all the good times we shared at Sunset Bowl, many years ago, and your working with George, Bruce, at Wheeling Pitt. A mother can never be replaced and we know the pain you feel at this time. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Remember the good times as they help to sustain you. George and Ilene Hunt

  • 09/03/2024

    Kevin & Lisa Goodrich

    George and Debbie, We were so sorry to hear about your mom. Kevin and I both have lost our mothers and we both know how painful it is to go through. We wish there was something we could do. Please know our thoughts are with you both. Kevin & Lisa Goodrich

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