COLUMBIA - A visitation for Robert Deer Barnes, 83, will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 15, 2024 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, with a funeral service to begin at 2:00 p.m. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park will follow the service. After the burial, everyone is invited to the funeral home for a reception.
Robert passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Born on February 26, 1941 in Denmark, SC, he was a son of Earl D. Barnes and Gladys Deer Barnes. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Robert was a devoted middle school teacher for Richland and Lexington schools. He loved to travel and restoring homes. He was a member of First Baptist Church.
Robert was very proud of the Pioneer Award presented to him and Jerry by the South Carolina Pride State organization, recognizing them as trailblazers in the gay community.
Surviving are his husband of 57 years, Jerry D. Kelly. Additional survivors include sister-in-law, Cynthia Barnes; nieces and nephews, Ricky (Amanda), Terri (Steve), Deborah, Tim (Joelyn), Vicki, Alecia (Craig), and Jerry (Linda); and great nieces and nephews, Hannah, Rebecca, Caroline, Abby, Nate, and Derek.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Charles Barnes.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice.
Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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