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James Barrett Obituary
James "Jim" Barrett, 84, of Rawson, went peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
He was born in Carey to Carl and Glenrose (Whaley) Barrett. Jim married Barbara A. Cameron on June 3, 1961, and they later divorced. In 1995, he married Pilar "Marty" (Gonzales). They were happily married for 28 years.
Jim was an incredible man of faith and strength! He was a faithful member of St. Michael the Archangel Parish. Jim was a life member of Findlay Moose, Facebook Jail, and an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan. Jim was also a supporter of former President, Donald Trump.
Those left behind to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Marty; son, Joe Duncan of Rawson; daughters, Kimberly D. Holdman of Findlay and Nannette K. Huffman of Findlay; 10 grandchildren, Nichole (Brandon) Pickett, Nathen (Heather) Holdman, Hillary Holdman, Noelle (Tyler) Frost, Josie (Jacob) Schoonover, Gabriel Duncan, Franciska Duncan, Griffin Duncan, Oscar Paris, and Rosie Paris; great-grandchildren he adored, Harper, Autumn, and Lane Frost, Noa Schoonover, and Collins Pickett; sister, Kathy Ann (Steve) Iliff of Findlay; and beloved canines, Jackie and Ceaser.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Clarence Zellers; stepmother, Edna Barrett; daughters, Janet, Lynnette, and Annette; and brothers, Carl and Bill Barrett.
Visitation for friends and family will be 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, with the rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, 419-422-1500.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Downtown Chapel, 617 W. Main Cross, Findlay. Fr. Adam Hertzfeld will preside.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.huffordfh.com.
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Michelle Overmier
December 18, 2023
Deepest sympathies
Norma Martin
December 16, 2023
Marty, Kim, Nan, Kathy and family. My love and prayers to all of you. My heart aches at losing another close cousin that I will truly miss. He is no longer in pain, may you rest in peace Jim. Love and hugs.
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