Rea "Donahue" Barnette's obituary , Passed away on May 2, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Rea "Donahue" Barnette

April 15, 1948 - May 2, 2025 (77 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

Rea "Donahue" Barnette's obituary , Passed away on May 2, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
L. Harold Poole Funeral Service & Crematory

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Rea "Donahue" Barnette

April 15, 1948 - May 2, 2025 (77 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

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Rea Barnette Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rea Barnette of Raleigh, North Carolina, who passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rea Barnette to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Rea's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Donahue and Viola Donahue Dutill; her sister Rae Donahue; and her son-in-law Mike Westbrook. She is survived by: her husband Ronnie Barnette; her children, Anissa Westbrook and Ron Barnette (Lisa); and her brother Marc Donahue (Phyllis). She is also survived by 5 grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
L. Harold Poole Funeral Service & Crematory



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