Edmund Barnes
Edmund Barnes
Edmund “Ed” Barnes, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, with his wife Nancy by his side. His life was defined by service — to his country, to his community and to the family he cherished above all else.
Edmund proudly served in the United States Navy for 20 years, rising to the rank of commander (CDR). He was a submarine-qualified supply officer aboard a nuclear-powered submarine, a role that required exceptional intelligence, discipline and a sense of calmness under pressure. Life beneath the surface shaped him into the steady, principled, and quietly courageous man so many depended on.
After retiring from active duty, Edmund continued his commitment to national security through his work with the defense contractor SAIC, where he brought the same integrity and professionalism that had marked his military career.
Never one to sit still, he later devoted four years as president of the Sun City Center Community Association, guiding the community with fairness, patience and a deep sense of responsibility. His leadership left a lasting impact on the people he served. Edmund finally retired — truly retired — at the age of 78, after a lifetime of service.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Edmund’s greatest pride was his family. He was a devoted husband to Nancy, his partner for over 67 years. He was a loving father to his three sons — William, John (Laurel) and Charles (Daphne) — and a proud grandfather to Kenneth, Dallas, Alex, Rylan and Kale. His joy only grew with the arrival of his great-granddaughter, Delilah Barnes, who brought a special light into his later years.
Edmund will be remembered for his strength, his humility, his unwavering loyalty and the quiet kindness that made people feel safe in his presence. His legacy lives on in the family he loved, the communities he served and the countless lives he touched.
He is survived by his wife Nancy; his sons William, John, and Charles; his daughters-in-law, Laurel and Daphne; his six grandsons; and his great-granddaughter, Delilah.
A service honoring his life will be held in his hometown of Ponca City, Oklahoma.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Ed’s name to the ALS Association at ALS.org/.
Edmund “Ed” Barnes, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, with his wife Nancy by his side. His life was defined by service — to his country, to his community and to the family he cherished above all else.
Edmund proudly served in the United States Navy for 20 years, rising to the rank of commander (CDR). He was a submarine-qualified supply officer aboard a nuclear-powered submarine, a role that required exceptional intelligence, discipline and a sense of calmness under pressure. Life beneath the surface shaped him into the steady, principled, and quietly courageous man so many depended on.
After retiring from active duty, Edmund continued his commitment to national security through his work with the defense contractor SAIC, where he brought the same integrity and professionalism that had marked his military career.
Never one to sit still, he later devoted four years as president of the Sun City Center Community Association, guiding the community with fairness, patience and a deep sense of responsibility. His leadership left a lasting impact on the people he served. Edmund finally retired — truly retired — at the age of 78, after a lifetime of service.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Edmund’s greatest pride was his family. He was a devoted husband to Nancy, his partner for over 67 years. He was a loving father to his three sons — William, John (Laurel) and Charles (Daphne) — and a proud grandfather to Kenneth, Dallas, Alex, Rylan and Kale. His joy only grew with the arrival of his great-granddaughter, Delilah Barnes, who brought a special light into his later years.
Edmund will be remembered for his strength, his humility, his unwavering loyalty and the quiet kindness that made people feel safe in his presence. His legacy lives on in the family he loved, the communities he served and the countless lives he touched.
He is survived by his wife Nancy; his sons William, John, and Charles; his daughters-in-law, Laurel and Daphne; his six grandsons; and his great-granddaughter, Delilah.
A service honoring his life will be held in his hometown of Ponca City, Oklahoma.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Ed’s name to the ALS Association at ALS.org/.