Howard N. Barnes

Sunday October 7, 2018. He was born in New Castle, PA., November 12, 1939, to Norman and Esther Barnes. Howard was a retired professional truck and bus driver and moved to the area roughly 40 years ago. He was a beloved member of the American Legion, Post #110. Howard touched many lives and left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He loved his family immensely and did not shy away from publicly expressing his love for them. Howard was known to be a hugger, a true gentleman and a huge Pittsburg Steelers fan. Howard will be greatly missed by his princess and soulmate, Marianne Cramer; sister, Sherri McCurdy (Jay); sister-in-law, Charlotte Barnes; cousin, John D. Patterson (Michlyn); daughter, Melinda Yinder Barnes-Minns (Terry), Michele Parker; son, Jason Barnes; grandchildren, Joshua Minns (Arica), Justin Minns (Jessi), K.J. Parker, Adrianna Parker, Katrina Parker, as well as 6 great-grandchildren, 3 nieces and 2 nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Esther and Norman Barnes; brother, Samuel W. Barnes and infant son Howard Norman Barnes Jr.