Mr. James Elmer Barnes Jr.
August 16, 2017
On Wednesday 16, 2017, James Elmer Barnes, Jr., of McDonough, GA, received his crown of peace and invitation to join the heavenly angels after wrestling with stomach cancer. A proud alum of Tennessee State University and Suffolk High School, James worked for Georgia Power for 33 years, with a large portion of his tenure as a Senior Electrical Engineer. In his position with Georgia Power, James worked on such projects as the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and the busiest airport in the world, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. A faithful member of Zion Hill Baptist church in Atlanta, GA, James loved his church family and singing in the Zion Hill chorale and Men’s chorus. In his spare time, James enjoyed listening to music, especially 70’s funk and R&B, watching sports, sci-fi shows, travelling and being with family and friends. James leaves to cherish his memory his loving daughters, Arika and Allison. He is also survived by his two sisters, Cidra Davis (Terry), Lisa Barnes, brother Morris Barnes (Monica), nieces (Kristen, Kasey, Kelly, Lisha) and nephews (Miles and Mason); as well other loving family and friends. The Celebration Service will be held noon, Friday, August 25, 2017 at: First Baptist Church, 112 Mahan Street
On Wednesday 16, 2017, James Elmer Barnes, Jr., of McDonough, GA, received his crown of peace and invitation to join the heavenly angels after wrestling with stomach cancer. A proud alum of Tennessee State University and Suffolk High School,... View Obituary & Service Information