James Howard Barnes Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Howard Barnes (Kilmarnock, Virginia), born in Bethesda, Maryland, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 11, 2024 at the age of 75. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact James had on those he encountered along his journey. Though James may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Douglas Barnes and Carla Barnes; and his brothers, George and Donald Barnes. He is survived by: his wife Karen; his children, Dawn Barnes Edwards (David) and James Barnes; his siblings, Douglas Barnes and Donna Barnes; and his siblings-in-law, Sharon Schroebel (Pete), Randy Olson (Kyesook), Carl Olson (Thuy) and Greg Olson (Shirlene). He is also survived by grandchildren, nieces and nephews.