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Joseph Barnak Obituary

Joseph Douglas Barnak

Portsmouth - Joseph Douglas Barnak, 72, of Stevens Place, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017 in a Portsmouth hospital. A native of Chesapeake, he was a graduate of Deep Creek High School, and retired as a warehouse supervisor for Ciba Specialty Chemicals, Suffolk, and was a US Army veteran. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Ethel Barnak; brothers, Leslie, Charlie, William; and sisters, Betty Jean Brady and Ginny Dietz.

Survivors include his wife, Dessie Brickhouse Barnak; a son, Joseph D. Barnak, Jr. and wife Jennifer and granddaughter, Kayla Barnak of Brownstown, MI; a brother, John James Barnak of Chesapeake; and a sister-in-law, Karla Barnak of Portsmouth.

Friends may visit with the family at the home of his brother, 3015 Bertram St. in Chesapeake.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, September 14, at 10 a.m. in Wayside Baptist Church, 712 Canal Drive, Chesapeake by Pastor Paul Mitchell. Burial with Army honors will follow in Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. A reception will be held back at the church immediately following the burial. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Missionary Fund of Wayside Baptist Church or to EDMARC Hospice for Children in Portsmouth.

The family would like to thank all their friends for the prayers. He commented on several occasions how much all the prayers meant.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 13, 2017.
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Dessie, Donna and I are sadden to hear about Doug. Words are not enough. But know that you and your family are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Love you
Richard and Donna Doss.

Richard Doss

September 13, 2017

Dear Dessie, Joey, and Loved ones of Douglas Barnak,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time. We were saddened to hear about Douglas passing. We cant imagine the heartache you all must feel. Our hearts go out to each of you. Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow we feel. We will miss his Happy Smile. May the love of friends and family surround you all. The road ahead will bring you many ups and downs but know that Douglas love and presence will always be with you. Be good, kind, and supportive of each other during this period in your lives. Cherish the time you have together and love each other with the same love that he had for all of you. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Love Always, Beth & Garry Williams

Beth & Garry Williams

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September 13, 2017

Dessie, We were so sorry to hear about the recent passing of Douglas. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you during this time of grief. Cherish the memories. Love, Theresa and Joseph

THERESA MURPHY

September 13, 2017

Dessie - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Cherish your memories.

Theresa Vick

September 13, 2017

Just remembering all the fun and laughs we had at family reunions at my parents home. Miss those times...Especially Douglas doing his Elvis impersonations....
Love and prayers to all his family.

Bonnie & Sherman Grimstead

September 13, 2017

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13

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Sep

14

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10:00 a.m.

Wayside Baptist Church

712 Canal Drive, Chesapeake, VA

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Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery

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5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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