Douglas Allen Barnes Royal Oak, Michigan Obituary

Douglas Allen Barnes

At the age of 68, Douglas passed away on January 28, 2017. Beloved brother of Diane (Michael) Oxford. Loving uncle of Michael (Michelle) Oxford and Kelly Oxford and great-uncle of Brandon and Breanne. Cherished friend of Rachad (Jan) Shishakly and Mark (Elaine) Mardirosian. He will also be missed by his neighbors, co-workers and friends. At 9 months old, Douglas was diagnosed with Polio and despite this illness, he did not let that deter him from his success he achieved during his life. Douglas was a graduate of Waverly High School, Lansing Community College and the University of Michigan, where he earned a Masters of Architecture Degree in 1973. He worked 25 years at Albert Kahn as an architect and was very active in local politics. There will be a gathering of friends on Friday, Feb. 10, 6 - 9 p.m. at Atwater In the Park 1175 Lakepoint Street, Grosse Point Park. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are to: Donor's Charity of Choice.
October 8, 1948 - January 28, 201710/08/194801/28/2017
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Robert Schneider
February 9, 2017
Every day of his life, Doug suffered pain and difficulties that none of us can imagine, but I never heard him complain or feel sorry for himself. He was a gentleman, a gentle soul and a bright presence wherever he went. Doug was dealt a bad hand but he played it to win. ... Continue Reading
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Penny Pekrul Draper
February 8, 2017
Penny Draper
I have fond memories of Doug from our childhood years at Plymouth Congregational Church in Lansing. Always a ready-smile and kind personality. Condolences to his family.
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Sharon Ramsey McClung
February 7, 2017
So sorry to hear of Doug's death. I know that all of his classmates from Waverly High School's Class of
1966 enjoyed getting to see him at our 50th reunion in September 2016...myself included. Doug always had a smile and a cheery hello to everyone....even at our reun... Continue Reading
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Marte Boot
February 6, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of the Barnes family on Snowglen Lane. My best wishes to Diane and her family.
Loves, hugs and prayers,

Marte Boot
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Kelly Oxford
February 6, 2017
Doug loved children!
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