Robert Edward Barnett

Robert Edward Barnett, 76, of Du Quoin, passed away at 8:15 A.M., Thursday, August 7, 2003 at Veteran's Hospital in Marion, IL.
Robert worked as a mechanic for forty years.  He was of the Protestant faith.  He was a U.S. Army veteran of W.W. II.
He was born March 6, 1927 at Hutch, KY, the son of John Silas and Nicey (Hensley) Barnett.
He married Sylvia Coe and she preceded him in death.
He is survived by one son - David Barnett of Falmouth, KY, one daughter - Deb Barnett of Ohio, one sister - Nanilee Chadwick of Loyall, KY, special nephew and niece - Don and Joan Barnett of Du Quoin, four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.
Funeral services were at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, August 9, 2003 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Rev. Silas Morgan officiating.
Friends called from 5 to 8 P.M., Friday at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.
Interment was in the Old Du Quoin Cemetery at Du Quoin.
Military graveside rites will be conducted by Du Quoin VFW.
Friends may make memorials to the Cardinal Glennon Hospital.
