Charles William Barnes

Charles William Barnes, age 79, of Albia, passed away Monday evening, May 2, 2010, at his home. Charles was born on August 29, 1930, in Monroe County, Iowa to William and Fay E. (Selby) Barnes. He graduated from Albia High School, class of 1948. After high school Charles attended Barber College and worked at Morrells. Charles married Lois Irene Fisher, on September 2, 1950. They shared 57 years of marriage. On June 8, 2008 Charles laid to rest Lois, his life partner and love of his life In 1957 Charles opened a barber shop in Ottumwa. He also co-owned a miniature golf course and C & L Bargain Center in south Albia with his wife. He closed the Ottumwa Barber Shop after 36 years of business, and opened Chuck's Den in Albia in 1993. He enjoyed talking with all his customers and Karen across the isle, until his wife suffered a stroke and closed the shop to care for her in 1999. Charles enjoyed fishing and hunting, both gun and bow. He loved to square dance, being a member of the "Dudes and Dolls" square dancing clubs. He also enjoyed traveling, taking many charter bus tours, and riding along with his son in his semi. He was an avid collector of baseball caps, having collected over 320 caps. He was a member of the Master Gardeners Club, the Mason's, and the Farmers Market. He also attended church at the Trinity United Methodist Church. Charles is survived by his two children, Dianne and husband Glen Davis, Allan and wife Julie Barnes all from Albia; his grandchildren and great grandchildren; Steve Davis and children Gabriel and Kaden, of Ankeny, Scott and Renee Davis and children Shianne, Lane, and Blake of Mayer, MN., Brandi (Barnes) and Richard Branham and children, Courtney, Zachary, and Brandon Crall of Sweeny, TX. Charles is also survived by one sister, Rosemary (Bruce) Deskin of Lafayette, LA; sister-in-law, Ruth (John) Yenger of Albia; brother-in-laws, Ronald (Donna) Fisher of Searcy, AR and Max (Beverly) Fisher of Genesco, IL; and many nieces and nephews. Charles is preceded in death by his parents, William and Fay; his wife, Lois; and one nephew. A Memorial has been established to Hospice of Monroe County.

Charles William Barnes

August 29, 1930 - May 2, 2010