Eugene "Gene" Barton's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Salem, Virginia

Eugene "Gene" Barton

August 31, 1937 - September 20, 2026 (89 years old)

Salem, Virginia

Eugene "Gene" Barton's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Salem, Virginia

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Eugene "Gene" Barton

August 31, 1937 - September 20, 2026 (89 years old)

Salem, Virginia

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Eugene Barton Obituary

The passing of Eugene Barton of Salem, Virginia occurred on September 20, 2026. Eugene, born on August 31, 1937, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Eugene Barton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lacy Byron Barton and Georgie E. Stump Barton; his wife Virginia "Ginger" Barton; his sisters, Annie Akers (Alvin), Bernice Gray (Joe) and Pauline Wells (David); and his brothers-in-law, Carl Bird Jr. and Branard "B. K." Chafin.

He is survived by: his sister Brenda Compton (Sherman); his sisters-in-law, Margaret "Peggy" Chafin and Laura Beth Bird; his children, Linda Bailey (David), Sharon Barton and Byron Barton (Sheree); his grandchildren, Allyson Bailey (Colby), Laura Chalfant (Andrew), Starr Barton (Logyn) and Landin Barton; and his great grandchild Carter Chalfant. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Community Church (1923 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lotz Funeral Home



Sat

Oct 03

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Community Church
1923 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153

Sat

Oct 03

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Community Church
1923 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153

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