Otis A. Barnes

1925 ∼ 2020

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Otis A. Barnes, 95, of Groves, Texas passed away Friday, November 27, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born in Port Neches, Texas on November 14, 1925 to Thomas Arthur Barnes and Beulah Powell Barnes.

Otis was a lifelong area resident and was a member of First Baptist Church of Groves.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II, fighting in the Battle of the Bulge.

Otis was retired from Sabine Towing and Transportation as Vice President of Personnel.

He was a member of Port Neches VFW #4820, a member of the Groves Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years and member of the Southeast Texas Stamp Club.

A visitation for family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. Reverend Charles Miller of First Baptist Church-Groves will be officiating. A Military Graveside service will be in Oak Bluff Memorial Park.

Otis is survived by his daughter, Kay Barnes of Port Arthur, TX, son, David Barnes of LaBelle, TX, two step grandchildren, four step great grandchildren, nine step great, great grandchildren, and one step great, great, great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary Dill Barnes and two brothers, Bernard Barnes and Robbie Lee Barnes.

Friends wishing to make memorial contributions may send them to the charity of your choice.

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Levingston Funeral Home November 2, 2021

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Anonymous January 4, 2021

Oh the wonderful memories of Otie.

Anonymous December 29, 2020

I am so sad to read of Otis Barnes death. We were good friends in our youth in Port Neches and corresponded when he served overseas in the army. Always enjoyed seeing him and Mary at our High School Reunions. My condolences to all of his children.

Anonymous December 5, 2020

Otis A. Barnes

Anonymous December 5, 2020

Mary, Otis, with Marjorie and Emory Choate

Material_Candle_White_Thumbnail November 30, 2020

Otie and Mary were one of a kind. Made us feel like family and "home" every time we came to visit. Our hearts are with you Kay and David as you celebrate the life of your sweet daddy. We are grateful for the time we got to spend with him this summer. He never lost his sense of humor and could remember every detail of his amazing life. We love you Otie! Heaven gained an angel. I am sure Mary has some things for you to do when you get there, a "honey-do" list! We love you! Jack and Paula Titus

Anonymous November 30, 2020

Otie and Mary Barnes completed the circle of wonderful parents in the Washington, McKinley neighborhood. Always ready to help everyone, make you laugh and love all the kids who grew up there. Kay and David please know my prayers as with you during this time of loss.

Anonymous November 29, 2020

What a great man. Otis and my Dad went to Indian football games for forty years. They had season tickets which Kay and David have to continue to the tradition. When we went to games with Otie and Herbert, we always looked for the two shortest guys for the ride home. They always re-played the game afterward. Otis and Mary always had the best Halloween house, even had a line waiting to get there. Mary had a great laugh to match Otie's enjoyment of the situation. In his later years he would show us his stamps cars and his enjoyment of life. We missed Otie this year because of Covid, but we will remember our visits. When I think of Otis a smile crosses my face. Thanks Otis for the memories. Jeff and Sandy Kasper

Material_Candle_White_Thumbnail November 28, 2020

There are special people in our lives who never leave us. God blessed the Gibson family when we moved across the street from the Barnes. Mr. Otie was more than neighbor to all of us, he was our family. A bonus grandfather to our three children and like a father to me. I will forever be grateful for the love he gave to all of us. I will miss you." In God's arms you can rest" I love you, Max

Material_Candle_White_Thumbnail November 28, 2020

Mr. Barnes was the sweetest man. Many years ago when I delivered their mail, he kept little snickers in the freezer in the garage, he'd always put a couple in my pocket or sometimes a soda water. He was loved by so many and will be missed dearly! I'm sure Mrs. Mary was there to meet him. Rest In Peace Mr.Barnes!

Anonymous November 28, 2020

Otie as we called him was one of the best neighbors we Choate's could have ever had. He and Mary were always there for us kids. I was a little girl when I asked Otie if he would be my boyfriend, he said yes! Mary and I shared the same birth date, he and Mary would take me out to eat with them on our special day. He always had a smile his face and a kind word for everyone. He will be missed but now he is our angel looking down on us. Kay and David you know what y'alls parents meant to us, thanks for sharing them with us. Love ya'll. Donna Kay

Anonymous November 28, 2020

All the neighborhood kids loved them. He was the same age as my dad, which also retired from Sabine Towing. Rest in Peace

Material_Candle_Red_Thumbnail November 27, 2020

Otis was our neighbor and our best friend growing up. He was always there for us, with his wife Mary. He was an honorary uncle to our children. He took care of my Mom's yard after my Dad passed...he was always there for Mom when she needed help. He was the keeper of my brother Joe's cats when he went on vacation. He was an all-around Great Man. He and my Dad were both on the Groves Volunteer Fire Department for years. My Dad has been gone since 1997...Otis has now joined his old, best friend in heaven. Otis will be forever missed by a lot of people. He was a very special person.