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Lorne Barnes Obituary
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Lorne Raymond
Barnes of Lacombe, Alberta. Born September 6 th , 1934, to Fern & Bethel Barnes in
New Westminster, BC. Lorne went to be with his Lord and Saviour February 14 th , 2025,
at the age of 90.
Lorne is survived by Lorena, his loving spouse of 62 years; his children Cheryl
(Steve) Christie and Stephen (Kay) Barnes; his grandchildren Lorena (Eric) Nicholas,
Kathy (Matt) Oszust, Silas, Elijah and Trinity Barnes; his great-grandchildren Lylah and
James Oszust, and Lillian and Jayda Nicholas; numerous nieces and nephews,
extended family, and an abundance of friends. Lorne is pre-deceased by his parents
Bethel and Fern Barnes, his brother Lyle Barnes, and his great-grandson Lukas Oszust.
Spending his childhood in a close-knit neighbourhood in Burnaby, he had fond
memories of playing basketball with his brother and friends in the driveway of the house
his father built. As a teenager, he was president of the youth group at the New
Westminster Free Methodist Church, and it was there that a 14-year-old named Lorena
developed a crush on the dark, handsome, and athletic 17-year-old. Although it took
him a few years, his eyes were finally opened to what would become a life-long love.
After attending UBC for a time, he decided to move to Alberta and worked for the
Department of Highways. Lorena and Lorne were married March 10 th , 1962, in
Edmonton, where they began a family. First came Cheryl, followed a few years later by
Steve.
To be closer to home, Lorne decided to pursue a career in education and received his
degree at the University of Alberta. He taught high school science, specializing in
Biology, at both Bonnie Doon Composite and J. Percy Page. One of the great joys of
his life was coaching basketball for many years at both schools. Lorne organized and
lead numerous trips to the marine station at Bamfield with his students. Those were
very special memories.
Lorne and Lorena attended Millbourne Alliance Church in Edmonton, where he led a
young couples’ Bible study class for several years, making many lasting friendships.
Lorne retired in 1996, and he and Lorena moved from Edmonton to Kelowna, where
they lived for 27 years. Some of his most cherished memories came from these years
in the Okanagan. Lorne continued to teach from the Bible in several home groups over
these years, again building many cherished relationships.
Lorne was passionate about Nature and loved spending time camping, hiking with
Lorena, fishing, golfing and travelling. He enjoyed soaking in the beauty of the
Okanagan.
When at home, his favourite place was in his study, surrounded by bookshelves
filled, some might say overfilled, with his beloved books.
In November of 2022, Lorne and Lorena returned to Alberta to be closer to family.
They moved into Charis Village, where he enjoyed every aspect of his new home and
community life. He especially loved the Tuesday Bible studies.
Lorne died gracefully, sharing his gratitude, love and humour right to the end.
The family would like to thank Dr. Kathy Unger, the many nurses and all the staff that
cared for Lorne while in palliative care at Lacombe Hospital.
A celebration Of life will be held at Lacombe Pentecostal Church, Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 11:00 am. Donations in honor of Lorne may be made to Lacombe Health Trust at www.lacombehealthtrust.com designated to Palliative Care.
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September 6 1934 February 14 2025 90 Years Old
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Lorne Raymond Barnes September 6 1934 February 14 2025 90 Years Old..
Décès pour la Ville: Lacombe, Province: Alberta
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