Larry D Barnes

Larry D Barnes, 82 of Ithaca, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully with his family by his side August 5, 2023.  He was born April 14, 1941, son of Darrell and Florence (Kellogg) Barnes.  He attended the Barnes Country School in North Star Township and Ithaca High School, graduating with the class of 1959.  He attended Michigan State University for a short period of time.  He married his high school sweetheart, Katherine Studer on August 12, 1960.

Larry loved hunting, fishing and camping.  He enjoyed all types of Native American crafts and made beautiful baskets and jewelry which he loved to give to his friends.  His family reaped the benefits of his woodworking skills.  He was known for his sense of humor, love of story telling, jokes (even if many times repeated), and whistling a good tune.  He was a long time member of the Ithaca Church of God and strong supporter of the Ithaca community.   His greatest love, however, was his family.

Larry is survived by his wife of nearly 63 years, Kathy.  Children Lynette (Doug) Freed of Ithaca; Michael (Kryssi Staikidis) Barnes  of St Charles, Illinois; Amie (Tim) Aplin of Ithaca; grandchildren Matthew Aplin of Mt Pleasant; Allison Aplin of Rochester Hills; sister in law BamberLee Barnes of Owosso, sister and brother-in law Keith and Phyllis Shaw of Ashley as well as many nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son Matthew Barnes, brother Richard Barnes, sister Patricia (Barnes) Andrews brother in law William Andrews, in-laws Oscar and Irma Studer, and brothers in law Carl Studer and Phillip Studer.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 9th at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm.  The funeral will be Thursday, August 10th at the Ithaca Church of God at 1:00 pm with visitation beginning at noon.  A luncheon will be provided at the church immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ithaca Church of God or the Forrest Hill Nature Center. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Gary & Marty McDais]

May your tears become rainbows when you remember your loved one.

[Randy Browne]

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about Larry. He was a one-of-a-kind wonderful man. I will not be able to make the funeral, but you and your family will be in my heart and prayers.

[Carol Smaltz]

Dear Kathy and family,
So sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love and hugs,
Chuck and Carol Smaltz

[Brooke Vernon]

Larry was such a kind man with a great sense of humor. I will miss seeing him and his friendly smile and wave several times a week as he and Kathy would go across the street for breakfast. Thinking and praying for all of you. May Larry rest in peace.

[Craig Snyder]

Our prayers and deepest condolences.
Snyder family

[Patty Payne Rudd]

Kathy and your dear family, we remember Larry fondly. You both have been such an important part of the the Ithaca Church of God family. We will always remember Larry’s faithfulness and love for his Lord, family and church family. We loved him for his humor and friendliness. May God’s comfort be with you during this sad time of Larry’s passing. Know that you and Larry are dearly loved. With our condolences and care, Doug and Patty (Payne) Rudd

[Linda Weburg]

Kathy, We are so sorry to hear about Larry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May he rest in peace.
George and Linda Weburg

[Rachelle Mileshko]

Kathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord bring you all a special comfort at this difficult time.
Rachelle & Jim Mileshko
Daughter of Margaret (Zelma Payne's sister)

[Jerry and Cyndi (Fortney) Roslund]

To the entire Barnes family, we were so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Kathy, I have so many wonderful memories of growing up in the Church of God and you and Larry are a huge part of those memories. Please know that we are praying that God will bring you all comfort and peace knowing that Larry is home with his heavenly father.

[Gaytha Tuttle]

Kathy, I am very sorry to read of Larry's passing away!You are in my thoughts and prayers. I'll try to see you at visition time. Love to you, Gaytha Tuttle

[John and Marie Green]

We are so sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. Paulette sent us a message. We know he was a good neighbor. Our cat Ginger who wandered to your home is doing well. She is now blind and nearly deaf. We moved her inside into her own room last winter. Physically she is healthy but to dangerous for her outside. Thank you Larry for being so kind to her. John and Marie Green.

[Amy Zimmerman]

Kathy and family~ So very sorry to hear about Larry! I will never forget his hugs, laugh and how he loved to joke around. Love you all so much! You will always be dear to our family!💕

[Bob and Hilda Aplin]

Kathy and family,
With heavy hearts, our condolences to you all. We'll miss his special laughter, wit and banter around the family table Everytime we came to visit. He was one of a kind, that's for sure. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

[Larry Richards]

Lynette I am so sorry to learn of your loss prayers for all your family.

[Frank Defever]

My condolences to Larry’s family. It was an honor to have Larry as a friend and colleague. I’ll miss him . Thanks for the memories my friend.

[Judith Testa]

Mike, it's so difficult to lose a parent. It's like being hit by a train: it doesn't matter if you're tied to the tracks and see it coming from a long distance away, or if you step in front of it by accident. The impact is the same. My sympathies-- I know how it feels.
Judy

[Steve and Laura Fidler]

We are so deeply saddened to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to the Barnes family.

[Steve and Laura Fidler]

We are so deeply saddened to hear of Larry's passing. He was such a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to the Barnes family.

[Janet Murgittroyd]

Dear dear Kathy. I am so sad today to learn of Larry's passing. I'm so sorry I didn't learn in time to attend his service. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Fellow classmate, Janet Murgittroyd