Charles Erwin Barnett, 79, of Franklin passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2016 in Franklin. He was born on April 28, 1936 in Robertson County, Texas to Marvin Barnett and Ivy Millican Barnett. He was a graduate of Franklin High School and retired from American Desk. He had been a resident of Franklin for the past 15 years previously living in Temple. He was a member of the Southside Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Charles was a quiet, loving man who enjoyed creating art work and painting with local artists, hiking through state parks, photographing nature and spending time with family, encouraging his great nephews with their artwork and visiting with friends. He served in the United States Air Force in England and later worked for American Desk and Arco Bell in Temple Texas. He had a deep faith and spent much time in Bible study. He was a member of the Southside Baptist Church in Franklin. In the last few months he was cared for by family and an outstanding group of individuals from Hospice Brazos Valley. His warm, friendly smile and caring heart will be missed.

He is survived by

Daughter – Elaine Rae Barnett

Brother – Jimmy Barnett and wife Martha of Franklin

Step-Mother – Opal Green of Franklin

Step-Sister – Glenda Zeller of Franklin

Uncle and Aunt – Marvin and Easter Faye Millican

Niece – Alice Rodriquez and husband Ray

Nephews – Danny Barnett, Christian and Espen Rodriquez

Numerous cousins and friends

Memorial Services will be on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at the Southside Baptist Church. Bob Wimberly will officiate.

Memorial donations may be made to:
Hospice Brazos Valley, 502 West 26th Street Bryan, Texas 77803 or to
Turning Point Ministry, P.O. Box 3838 San Diego, CA 92163-1838