Jay Realus Barnes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jay Realus Barnes of Havana, Florida, born in Valdosta, Georgia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 4, 2025 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jay Realus Barnes to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Jay Realus may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He is survived by: his wife Susan Barnes; and his children, Jennifer Bombgardner, Andrew Barnes, Heather Juarez, Shawn Moon, Audrey Godin and Daniel Godin. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 2nd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Tallahassee National Cemetery (5015 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32311).
