John Spencer Barnett

LAKEVILLE — John Spencer Barnett, 71, of Lakeville and formerly of Falls Village died suddenly of unknown causes on Aug. 2, 2010.

He was a longtime employee of Connecticut Light & Power, and a dedicated employee for more than 40 years, as well as a proud member of the Lakeville chapter of the Connecticut Freemasons, Montgomery Masonic Lodge No. 13 and the Lakeville United Methodist Church.

John was a good father, brother and friend. He enjoyed helping people and repairing things, especially small appliances and cars.

He will be missed by his many friends and family.

He is survived by his five daughters; one son; five grandchildren; two sisters, Cynthia B. Smith of Lakeville and Joan B. Loper of Sharon; a twin brother, William B. Barnett Jr. of Bridgeport; and another brother, Dr. Peter S. Barnett of New Jersey.

Memorial donations may be made to the Lakeville United Methodist Church.

A graveside service will be held on Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Salisbury Cemetery, the Rev. Kwang-II Kim officiating.

Arrangements are under the care of the Newkirk-Palmer Funeral Home in North Canaan.

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