Erich Isadore Barnes

Erich I. Barnes Jr. was born on January 21, 1950 in Huntington, WV. He departed this earthly lifer on December 18, 2017 at the age of 67.

Erich attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from South High School and continued his education at Ohio University and Receiving a Bachelors Degree in art.

He was a very gifted versatile and talented artist, musician, and dancer. He had a special way of touching people through his music and dance ministry. He enjoyed his flags and banners and it brought joy and a message to the inner soul. Also he was known as the “flagman”. Traveled to Israel with his ministry and resided in New York as a free lance artist.

 Erich is preceded in death by his parents Erich I. Sr., and Bessie Barnes.

 He leaves to cherish his memory sisters Eyvetta Padgett, Denise (Walter) Miller, Arneatha (Guy) Pace, brother Michael (Sheila) Barnes, and a host of nephews. nieces, Virginia family, dance ministry, and other relatives and friends from all over.

Services will be held at Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home The Chapel of Peace East 5456 E. Livingston Ave on December 21, 2017 10:00 Wake and 11:00 Service.