Harry Gibbs Barnett

Harry Gibbs Barnett, 82, of Spartanburg, passed away on Sunday evening, June 1, 2025, at Spartanburg Medical Center. Harry was born July 5, 1942, in Spartanburg, a son of the late Effie Grace Bishop Barnett and William Ashmore Barnett. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Doris Elizabeth Smith Barnett.

Harry retired from Spartanburg Methodist College in 2023 after 50 years of faithful service to the college community. He was a longtime volunteer firefighter and was a former State Constable. He was a member of United Baptist Church and formerly attended Abner Baptist Church.

Surviving is his son, Tony Barnett (Jennifer) of Boiling Springs, SC; his daughters, Tami Shepherd (Larry) of Spartanburg and Tina Craig (Bill) of Pauline, SC; and 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service to honor Harry’s life will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, 2025, at Abner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, 2461 Abner Creek Road, Greer, SC 29651, conducted by the Rev. Tommy Sparks. The family will receive friends at the graveside.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.

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