Obituary of Lloyd Basil Barnes

Lloyd B. Barnes, 92, of Niles, passed away at his residence on Friday, April 27, 2018, surrounded by his family.

He was born on May 11, 1925 in Niles to the late Basil L. and Hazel (Bolton) Barnes.

After graduating high school, Lloyd enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving his country proudly for several years.  On September 7, 1946 Lloyd married Margaret Louise Orrick at a ceremony in Niles, Michigan. Louise preceded him in death in 2011, nearly 65 years after the couple wed.

Lloyd worked for Conrail and as a carpenter with Local 413 in South Bend, Indiana for many years. He was a lifetime member of American Legion Post 26.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a brother and four sisters.

Lloyd is survived by his children, Gale Barnes - Deitrich of Niles; Steven Barnes of Niles; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A private burial was held at Silverbrook Cemetery in Niles, Full Military Honors where rendered by the U.S. Navy and the American Legion Post 51.