James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | July 15, 2024
Robert M. Barnett, age 91 of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 14, 2024, at his home. He was born on November 29, 1932 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Michael Barnyak and Anna Fedor. Robert was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served during the Korean War. He earned a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Computer Science at the University of Pittsburgh, and a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. Prior to his retirement, Robert was employed as an Engineer at Allegheny Energy, and also as an Instructor of Engineering and Computer Science at Penn State and Westmoreland Community College. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and the local Toastmasters Club. Robert was a volunteer for the Norwin Meals on Wheels, and in his free time he loved to go on bike rides, play golf, and exercise with the Silver Sneakers program. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his brother Barry Barnett and sister Eleanor Shaw. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marion Barnett, son Timothy Barnett, daughter Jeanine Barnett, two brothers William Barnett (Irene) and Earl Barnyak, sister-in-law Florence, and two grandchildren, Julia and Simone. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on July 26 at 10 AM. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Originally published July 15, 2024.
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