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Heather Barnes Obituary

PROSPERITY - Heather Marie Barnes, 37, died Friday, August 29, 2014, at her residence.

Born March 7, 1977, in Prosperity, she is survived by her parents, Peggy Dominick Barnes and Tony R. Barnes; a brother, Nathan C. Barnes; sister-in-law, Kristy Stone Barnes; nephew, Ashton Stone Barnes and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as her beloved "Aunt Jan"- Joanne Newman. She was blessed with the companionship of her cocker spaniel, Kakie for 17 years. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Harold F. and Dorothy C. Dominick, paternal grandparents, Robert W. and Jean W. Barnes.

Heather was an avid Clemson fan, member of Zion United Methodist Church where she was involved with the Young at Heart which she attended with her Aunt Jan. Heather was a special person who touched so many with her love of life.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at Zion United Methodist Church by the Rev. David Taylor. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family is at the residence of Mrs. Joanne Newman at 5956 SC Highway 391, Prosperity and will receive friends following the service in the family life center. Memorials may be made to Zion United Methodist Church, 80 Zion Circle, Prosperity, SC 29127.

Active pallbearers will be Eddie Wicker, Jeff Corley, Jonathan Metts, Jason Barnes, Andrew Beckham, Bradley Wicker, Justin Corley and Jacob Barnes.

Mcswain-Evans Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. A memorial message may be written to the family at www.mcswainevans.com.

Published by The Newberry Observer from Aug. 31 to Sep. 1, 2014.
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Heather will always hold a special place in my heart. Sending love to y'all!

Michael Tolbert

September 3, 2014

Tony, I am so sorry, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Don Belanger

September 3, 2014

I was so sad to hear the news about Heather. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Natalie Amick Lindsey

September 3, 2014

I've been saddened to just learn of such a heart jerking moment. My thoughts and prayers are with you the family.

Sincerely Trey Mills

Trey Mills

September 2, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Erika Lindler

September 2, 2014

Peggy, I am truly sorry for your lost. I wish you and the family my deepest sympathy. May God's blessings be with each of you. Keep your hands in God's hands and he will help you get through this.
Romia Jeter

September 2, 2014

Peggy, Nathan and family,
We are so sorry for your loss .Our prayers for a healing heart.
Paul, Kim, PJ and Katelyn Bowers

Kim

September 2, 2014

Tony, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Paschal

September 2, 2014

I'm lost for words... My heart is broken. Heather was always so sweet. God needed another angel. Will be praying for y'all. God bless!!!

Stephanie Brooks

September 2, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My siblings and I went to high school with Heather and always enjoyed our time with her. You are in our thoughts.

Casey Engen

September 2, 2014

You all are in my thoughts and prayers!

Eugenia Matthews

September 1, 2014

So sorry tony and peggy.prayers conf with you both.remember how little she was when tony was at musc burn unit.

Phyllis reuter Martin

September 1, 2014

Whitney Eslick-Manuel

September 1, 2014

I'm so sorry to all of Heather's family. I attended high school with her, many years ago, and remember her as always sweet and kind, sensitive and caring. May her memory be blessed and may the Lord comfort your hearts. My deepest sympathies, Whitney

Whitney Eslick-Manuel

September 1, 2014

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