Leslie L Barnes

Leslie L. “Les” Barnes, 81, of Munson Township, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 11, 2023. Les is the son of the late Richard O. and Rose (nee Vanac) Barnes. Besides his parents, a brother, David Barnes, precedes Les in death. Les is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Dianne (Nee Smith); daughters Kim Carroll and Tami Setlock (Jeff); grandchildren Cody Setlock, Kora Setlock, Andrew Carroll, and Logan Carroll; brother Richard A. Barnes; and sister-in-law Cynthia Barnes (wife of the late David); many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Les was very close with his family and enjoyed spending his time with them. He was an inventor and the neighborhood “Fixer” and would always find a way to repurpose something into a new life. As a young man he worked alongside his family at their family sawmill and would often visit later in life. Les worked in the maintenance department of Eltech, Chardon, for over 30 years before retiring. He was a mentor and a teacher to so many and loved to share his skillset with others. He was a gentle soul that would “go with the flow”. He was loved by everyone. Les will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be held at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home located at 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 9am until 12 pm. Prayers of Christian Burial will begin promptly at 12 pm. Burial will follow at Fowlers Mill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your charity of choice in Les’s honor.