Richard E. Barnette

Richard E. Barnette, 95, of Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away at 3:05pm on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Richard was born on November 26, 1925 in Mishawaka, IN to Edwin and Eva (Lowman) Barnette.

Richard is survived by his wife, Betty; his daughter, Donna (Sam) Warren of Cassopolis, MI; his sons, Dale Barnette of Nashville, TN and Daniel Barnette of McCormick, SC; his sister, Carol Ann Pallo of South Haven, MI; three grand children; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Barnette.

Dick was a WWII veteran, having serviced in the AirForce (Army AirCorps) for 2 years. He was a mechanic for the B24 planes. Upon returning to Mishawaka, Dick was a Civil Defense Police Officer. He worked for 49 years at Northern Indiana Canteen Food and Vending Machines of South Bend. Dick was an Elder and Deacon for many years and served First Christian Church, Mishawaka faithfully. Dick was a member and Past Master of the  Mishawaka Lodge #130 F. + AM. since 1966. He was still doing community volunteer work up until just a few years ago.

Friends may call from 3:00pm-6:00pm on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at Palmer Funeral Home-Bubb Chapel, 3910 N. Main Street, Mishawaka, IN 46545, with a 5:00pm Masonic Service. A funeral service will take place at 12:00pm on Monday, October 18 at First Christian Church, 2511 E. 3rd Street, Mishawaka, IN 46544, with visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

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