WOW, I just found out about Fred's death, and I am astonished.  I will always have the fondest memories of this kind individual.  Even though our paths crossed infrequently over the years after high school graduation, I can always say that when his name came up, a smile always came to my face.  Thank you for the friendship, Fred - You were a stand-up guy indeed.  You will be missed.  ~Mike Sheely

I only learned of the death of Fred a few days ago. It was shocking news. My deepest condolences and prayers to the children and family of my dear, dear friend Dr. Frederick Barnett.  I knew Fred as he was growing up in Lancaster, Pa.  He and my brother James Sheppard were the best of friends. In fact, Fred delivered a deeply emotional tribune to my brother at his funeral in 1997. 
I had the pleasure at staying with Fred and his then wife Chris and his two children, a very young Fred Jr. and the adorable Alexandria for a week at their home in Killeen, Texas in 2002.  I had a great time. Fred was very much appreciative of someone from "back home" visiting him.  He even gave me a tour of the hospital where he was Chief of Staff. I was so proud of his success, knowing how far he had come from a youngster. We also spent some time together the following year in Denver, Colorado. Fred invited me to meet him there to attend the Cherry Creek Art Festival. 
From the photos that I have seen of Fred Jr., and Alexandria, who when I first met at the prettiest curly blonde hair, they have grown up to be very fine young adults. 
Know that memories of your father will always remain in my heart. May God bless and keep you both.
My email address hque99@aol.com

We are sending our heartfelt Condolences in the passing of Frederick.  We are So Saddened to just hear about the Passing of our Dear Friend Freddie.  We are devastated.! 😢 We are sending our Sympathy and Prayers to the entire Family.  Praying that  GOD provides the Peace and Comfort that is needed at this time.  May you continue to have strength knowing that Freddie was a Loving, Caring and Truly Wonderful Man.  He will be Truly Missed by So many.  We are sending our Prayers from Lancaster, PA. Especially on the behalf of his Friend Thomas LaRue who grew up with Frederick and they remained as Brothers for many many many years,  He is So Heartbroken to hear of the passing of his Brother/Friend.  May the Peace of GOD be with you. 🙏🏾🕊🌹✨❤️‍🩹❤️

My condolences to the Barnett family...... He was a great mentor for me early in my career...... prayers and blessings to all!

I remember Freddy was a student at F&M  College when this photo was taken. He had come to visit and mooch some food my mom had cooked. She had a cast on her leg. He was always telling joking jokes and doing tricks like separating his thumb for us kids. I really miss those days.

My deepest condolences to the family and dear friends of Dr Barnett, sending prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Alex and Frederick 
Please know that you are both remain in our hearts and prayers.
Bea, Garry, Connor and Gavin

Dr Barnett was a cherished friend, respected colleague, and a very kind person. I was fortunate enough to work with him on CT Hearts for many years and to work with him in Radiology as well. He was very witty, intelligent, and passionate about his profession.  He valued his friends and fiercely loved his family. I will always remember him. My deepest condolences to his daughter Alex and family.

Alex and Fred. My deepest condolences to you both. Your dad was an amazing man. I am grateful for the time I got to know him. May he rest peacefully.

From my family to the Barnett family! We send our deepest condolences! Our hearts are  truly broken!!! Dr. B you was such a joy to know!! My husband and I will cherish your laughter and friendship!! I’m grateful to have been apart of your journey!!

Dear Family and Friends,

First and foremost, thank you all for your kind and sincere words. We are touched by the heartfelt messages and stories shared here. If you're looking for more pictures of our beloved Dr. B, please visit the virtual memorial we created. Link below!

https://www.mykeeper.com/FrederickBarnett

Fred was a man of integrity, humor and high ideals.  He used his talents and generosity to help other people, and his kindness and life lessons turned him into an unexpected role model in many ways.

Kristin, Frederick, Alex, & Vera- he loved you more than anything on earth, and when he spoke of you, which was often, it was with respect in his voice and a smile on his face.  YOU WERE HIS JOY.  

This man we all knew and loved touched many lives, and I, for one, can say with earnest, am a better person for knowing him.  I will truly miss him, and I'm positive I'm joined by countless others when I say:  God Bless, and God Speed, Fred.  "You have fought the good fight.  You have finished the race.  You have kept the faith."  (2Timothy 4:7)

Unspoken Words
To my Hero, beloved big brother Fred. I’m deeply saddened and heartbroken that you are physically gone. From the time I could walk, I tried to run after you and do all the things I saw you do, always trying to be just like you. Mom would say, “you should be like your brother Fred.” Although I tried my best, I couldn’t pass the litmus test. But watching you, I learned to be a good man. I didn’t realize God was holding your hand, leading you with purpose I couldn’t see. Because the spirit of excellence God placed in you, many have been blessed. I was blind, but now I see. Freddy, I pray God send his Ministering Angels to your children, family and friends, replacing tears with gladness along with the peace of Christ that exceeds all understanding. Heb. 13:1 “Let brotherly love continue." Replacing in Heaven all hurt and pain with God’s unconditional love.   Hoping to see you again, sleep in Heavenly Peace. With eternal Agape love, your forever little brother, Keith.

To Alex and Fred Jr….I will forever remember how excited Fred was every time we got together sharing stories about how much he loved you both and the many stories over the years as you both grew into the wonder loving children Fred so loved and that you both have become. He felt blessed to have you both in his life and every time shared the latest about how you both were doing.
My heart is broken and I cannot believe Fred left us so young.
Also, thank you Krystyn for all you did. Your love is an inspiration for us all. 🙏

Fred visiting Adam & Sarah in California. It was always a joy to have Fred visit and stay with us! We would laugh together until we cried.
Over the many trips we did together over the decades Fred always talked about his daughter Alex and son Fred. He loved his children very very much and was so proud of both of them.

Fred in Myrtle Beach after wining one of our many golf tournament weeks in Myrtle Beach. Fred was a great golfer and completive in every round. We had many good laughs on the many courses we played over the years.

Fred and Adam in a golf cart who knows where.

Adam, Tank, Gary and Fred in Myrtle Beach.

Tank, Fred and Adam in Wailea Hawaii on a golf trip.

Fred always enjoyed golf trips with his old Army buddies over the years. I have such heartfelt warm memories of the over 40 years I have had the privilege to be Fred’s friend. On the day he passed I was able to tell him that I will meet him on the first tee on the big golf course in the sky!
RIP Fred. We love and miss you.🥲

Freddy grew up in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of J. P. McCaskey High School. Our community was hosted by a great Boy’s Club of which Freddy was an active member. From the Alumni of the Lancaster Boys Club, we will miss you Freddy. We send love and prayers to his family. He was a cherished member of our community.

Thank you for being part of the most important chapters of our lives. You will forever be cherished.

I spent many hours talking to Fred about patients . We would put up the films and having a radiologist be interested in the clinical story was a huge help to me professionally. When I was in the ER after a life changing car accident : the ER doc was not very thorough . Fred was waiting for my films as he heard I was in the ER . I heard some noise and some expletives and Fred opened the curtain and told me to follow him out of the ER to xray while I was scanned from head to  toe . He diagnosed my pulmonary embolisms and stayed late when they thought I had a brain bleed . He was a great doctor and a good friend . He  was always there to help me help the patients.  . As a Michigan grad we also enjoyed arguing about Penn State. I cannot believe he is gone so soon. I am so sorry .. such a huge loss 

Matt Phillips MD

I have just loss one of my best friends. There will not be any more golf trips with Fred. I especially remember the trips  to Myrtle Beach which will never be forgotten.
I will also treasure the times we worked together as physicians in the US Army. Fred was an excellent radiologist and I admired his hard work and dedication. 
He visited my home several times over the years and we attended Penn State football games which he loved. 
I am very sad about his passing and express my condolences to everyone in his family.

Fred was a very good friend.  We will miss him dearly.

So loved going golfing with Fred.  He was a great friend to all of us.

Our last trip to Myrtle Beach.  Fred was a great guy!

So sorry Fred & Alex. Some of my favorite memories growing up are spending time at your house with your dad.  A few things I’ll always remember about him are how he would always take us on hikes, golfing & tell us everything about Penn State football.

A particularly funny memory I think about from time to time is how he took us fishing with Angelo. We got to the middle of the lake & he dropped the anchor down only for us to realize it wasn’t attached to the boat — (there were no fish caught that day haha).

OBITUARY

Dr. Frederick McPherson Barnett

August 6, 1955 – June 28, 2024

Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home

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