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Anita Faye Barnes It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of Anita F. Barnes of Medford, Oregon, on April 23, 2019; wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She leaves behind her husband of 29 years, Chris. Anita was born June 28, 1940 to Floyd and Beulah Whitehead, in Broken Bow Oklahoma. Anita’s biggest love was her family and her dogs. She loved the outdoors, camping, riding quads and hunting with family and friends. She spent most of her free time with grandchildren and great grandchildren, baking in the kitchen and teaching many of them to drive a stick shift in “Biff”. As a substance abuse counselor for over 30 years, Anita will be long remembered by the thousands of people and friends she helped, through her counseling as well as her 47 years of sobriety. She is survived by her brother Derrill (Shirley), children Buddy (Norene), Buster (Rae), Crickett (David), John (Jennifer), Darrell, Alan (Jodie), David (Deanna), Linda (Ken), Darlene, Curtis, and more than 30 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, one sister, and a son, Derrill. A private family celebration is planned and a graveside service will be announced. In lieu of flowers, Anita had requested that any memorial contributions be made to Southern Oregon Humane Society. The family wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to Providence Hospice, and especially Sharon and Debbie for their loving care.

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Anita Fay Barnes

June 28, 1940 - April 23, 2019