Curtis S. Barnes

Curtis S. Barnes, 95, of Macon, Georgia, died Sunday, December 31, 2023, at Piedmont Macon Medical Center.

Son of late H.B. Barnes, Sr. and Emma Curtis Barnes, Curtis was born June 21, 1928, in McRae, Georgia.  He served with distinction as the Assistant Chief of Fire Control at the Georgia Forestry Commission, a role through which he exemplified commitment and leadership. His love of nature extended into his personal life as a master gardener and an enthusiast in hunting, fishing, and camping.  A lifelong UGA Bulldogs fan, Curtis also found joy as an avid reader, enriching his mind and soul alike.

Above all, Curtis was a family man, deeply cherishing moments spent with his beloved children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His steadfast faith was demonstrated through active participation at Mulberry Street United Methodist Church, where he was honored with the Quiet Disciple Award and devoted his time to the administrative board.

In addition to his parents, Curtis was preceded in death by his sisters, Emogene Daniel and Nancy McDonald; and brothers, H.B Barnes, Jr., Don Barnes and Jack Barnes.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 74 years, Dolores Barnes, of Macon; son, Michael C. Barnes (Billie), of Adel, Georgia; daughters, Katherine Lowe (Byron), of Brunswick, Georgia, and Janet Poland (Kenny), of Marietta, Georgia; grandchildren: Julie Merwin (Scott), Nathan Barnes (April), Ashley Burns (Matt), Ryan Williams (Sally), Shane Poland (Beka), and Corey Lowe (Christine); and twelve great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Methodist Home for Children and Youth, 304 Pierce Avenue, Macon, Ga 31204.

Special thanks to the staff at Angels at Home and John Wesley Villas, with appreciation to caregivers, Tiffany Newson, Makatia Foster, Sonja Russell and Joanna Jackson.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Mulberry Street United Methodist Church. The family will greet friends following the service in the church parlor. Burial will be private at Riverside Cemetery.

Please visit www.hartsmort.com to express condolences.

Hart’s on Cherry Street, Hart's Mortuary and Cremation Center, 765 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201 has charge of the arrangements.

The Methodist Home for Children & Youth
P.O. Box 2525, Macon GA 31204
Web: http://www.themethodisthome.org/donate/