Charles O. "Chuck" Barnett` Obituary (1921

Charles "Chuck" Barnett was born June 18, 1921 to Charlotte and Ralph Barnett in Topeka, Kansas. He joined the Navy in 1941 and was a decorated WWII veteran. He married Ruth Schneider June 23, 1945 and had two children. Ruth died in 1993. Chuck married Lila Hebert in 1996. He gained 9 children and many grandchildren. Chuck and Lila traveled the country until his health declined. Most recently, he enjoyed his dogs and ice cream. Chuck had a heart as big as all outdoors. He never met a stranger and his stories thrilled us all. He is survived by 11 children, 34 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.