Submitted by Emily O'Neal
Rome News Tribune May 30, 1928
Many Friends Are Shocked By Death of John Barnes
John Barnes, age 56, died at his home on the Kingston road, Tuesday at 12 o'clock,
after a long illness.
The death of Mr. Barnes, who is well known in this community, comes as a great
shock to his many friends.
He is survived by three brothers, Henry, Will, and Nathan Barnes, and one sister,
Mrs. Lester Raper.
Funeral services were held from the Mizpah church, Wednesday morning at 11
o'clock. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery.
(Note: died May 29, 1928)