Mr. Richard Edwin Barnhard, Age 74 of Newaygo died Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at home. He was born Richard Edwin Barnhard in Manistee, Michigan the son of Ruth Vivian (Robinson) and John Edwin Barnhard on January 08, 1934. He married Erma Chenier on June 16, 1975 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and she preceded him in death on December 21, 2005. He was a Chef for Pantlind Hotel & Tillman’s Restaurant, Grand Rapid until his retirement. He was a Boy Scout leader for years, volunteered as a caregiver for Alzheimer’s patients, as an avid hiker was a member of the North Country Trail Association. He was a veteran having served in the Air Force during the Korean War from March 19, 1953 to March 18, 1957 when he was discharged as a Airman First Class.  He is survived his children Robin & Gus Thomas of Grand Rapids, Kristi Kramer of Grand Rapids, Teresa & Ken VanHuylenbrouck of Kimball Twp., MI, David & Candy Chenier of Grand Rapids, Michael & Debra Chenier of Cadillac,  Connie & Jim Eardley of Jenison, Laurie & Dale Rooks of Grandville, Andrew & Joseph Chenier of Grand Rapids, his sister Rogene & Chet Moore of Grandville, countless grandchildren and great grandchildren,  several nieces and nephews, lifetime friends Jack Hayoz of Newaygo, Chuck Chamberline of Belmont, and his skydiving buddy Sue Rosema.  He was also preceded in death his son Rick Barnhard.  Memorial services will be held at 6:00 PM from the Grand Rapids First Assembly of God, 2100 44th St. SW on Thursday, June 19, 2008 with Chet Moore officiating. For memorials please consider the Alzheimer’s Association, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter or Hospice of Michigan, Newaygo County.  You can sign his online guest book at www.mckinleyfuneral.com.

 

 

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Robin Thomas
Saturday June 14, 2008
08:27:38

Happy Father Dad, I will see you again someday. Until than enjoy your hikes in the woods with Rick and your dancing with Erma.

Pamela Boone Slagter
Monday June 16, 2008
07:27:22

We have fond memories of the Barnhard family up at Hess Lake. You are in our prayers.

Pamela Boone Slagter
Monday June 16, 2008
07:49:18

Dear Barnhard family - the Boones have many memories of time spent at Hess Lake. You are in our prayers.

MIKE AND JUDI PRIEST
Monday June 16, 2008
13:48:22

TO THE FAMILY OFF RICHARD (DICK) BARNHARD.....WE (NEXT DOOR "LAKE NEIGHBORS") ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT HIS PASSING. THERE WERE LOTS OF GOOD TIMES AT HESS LAKE.HE WAS ALWAYS THERE TO LEND A HELPING HAND TO MOM AND DAD. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS

Dick & Bonnie Miller
Monday June 16, 2008
13:51:33

We are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was married to our sister Erma for many years and was such a compassionate and patient caregiver for her. We appreciated his devotion to Erma and are truly saddened by his death.

Rogene Moore
Monday June 16, 2008
23:13:14

Dick you were the best big brother anyone could have ever ask for. You will be forever missed and loved. I know someday we will be together again. Say "hi" to Dad and Mom. Hugs and Kisses! Ro

Brian and Sue Boone
Tuesday June 17, 2008
13:30:52

So sorry to hear about Dick's passing. We have fond memories of Dick & Erma, as well as DOG, at Hess Lake. Your family is in our prayers.

Bobby Mclain
Wednesday June 18, 2008
20:43:46

You will be loved and missed very much by all of us. Uncle Dick I can't thank you enough for all of the fun memories at hess lake and the good cooking that you always had ready for us. Your incredible look on life and the way you made us laugh will be in hearts forever. I love and miss you alot and I know someday we will be together again.

Jerry and Jan VanDeBurg
Wednesday June 18, 2008
22:00:33

We have fond memories of being Dick's neighbor on Hess Lake. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. He was a good man.

Robin Rasmussen
Thursday June 19, 2008
10:55:10

Theresa and family, I'm very sorry to hear about Dick. He will be sadly missed. I had fun with him at Tillman's and later when he and Erma would come in for dinner at Sayfee's. He always wanted some Grant scotch which we didn't carry. God Bless Robin (Sayfee's)

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