Bob G. Barnett's Obituary
Bob went to be with the Lord Thursday June 9, 2016 at his home in Garland Texas. The younger of two children, Bob was born June 26, 1935 in Cass County Texas to Carl T and Arie (Barton) Barnett. After attending school in Atlanta Texas, he married Jerra N Hooper May 22, 1954 in the parsonage of the Bloomburg Baptist Church. and they moved to Dallas County where they remained married 62 years. Bob served in the US Army and was stationed at Ft. Hood. A retired electrical contractor, Bob was on the City of Garland Electrical board 32 years where his daughter Lori Dodson is currently councilwoman for District 6. He was also involved for years with the City of Garland Little League where he coached as well as sponsored teams as the owner of Barco Electric. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jean Hall and his faithful dog Jessica. He is survived by wife Jerra, his granddog Doodle Bug, sons Mike and Mark, daughter in law Linda, along with daughter Lori. Additionally grandson Dustin Dodson, wife Natalie and two great granddaughters Ella and Onnika Nettleship of Colorado survive. Family will receive friends on Sunday, June 12, 2016 from 2-4 PM at Restland Funeral Home. Service will be held on Monday, June 13, 2016 at 10 AM in the Abbey Chapel at Restland Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into Restland Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 13005 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75243. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Humane Society or charity of choice.
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