Richard Jerry Barnes

Richard Jerry Barnes obituary, Orland, CA

Richard Jerry Barnes

Richard Barnes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary on Jun. 10, 2025.

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Richard Jerry Barnes of Orland, California passed away on Sunday, June 8th at the age of 76. Richard was born to William and Joan Barnes on May 10th, 1949, in California. Richard served his country faithfully as a Navy Seal for many years. After his service in the military, Richard worked as a welder for 30 plus years.
Richard is survived by his son Richard Barnes II (Tera), stepdaughter Julie Sullivan, grandchildren Lacy and Scottie, sister Christie Cornwell, and Niece Danielle Parsons.
Richard will be buried at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery in a private ceremony.
Arrangements are held under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary

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Mae German Meden

June 16, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss Rick will always be missed he was a friend that always let me vent to him no matter what he would always listen or appear to be. I was going to take him to the traveling veitnam wall in Chico the day he passed. He told me he once guarded that wall while serving. Very missed yet never forgotten be free my friend

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