Ralph T. Barnett
September 15, 1939 – March 8, 2026 (Age 86)
Ralph T. Barnett, 86, of Manns Choice, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.
Ralph was born in Wells Tannery on September 15, 1939, son of the late James H. and Ella (Iser) Barnett.
He is survived by son- Mark Barnett, of Manns Choice; daughter- Lisa wife of Tom Cairo, of Bedford; son- Brian Barnett, of Manns Choice; former wife- Dorothy J. (McVicker), of Snake Spring; daughter-in-law- Bobbie Jo Barnett, of Bedford; four grandchildren: Jessica Barnett, Amie (Leo) Lindemann, Sara Cairo, Carter Sabo; and seven great-grandchildren. Ralph is preceded in death by brother- James R. Barnett, sister-in-law- Shirley Barnett; and infant grandson: Cody Wayne Barnett.
Ralph was a member of Manns Choice Church of God, Bedford Moose Lodge #480 for over 50 years and the Teamsters Union. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and looking for arrowheads. Ralph worked and retired from the PA Turnpike Commission as an engineer inspector. He loved his extended family, friends and neighbors.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 4-8 PM and on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 10 AM until the hour of service, at Geisel-Styer Funeral Homes, Schellsburg.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 11 AM at Geisel-Styer Funeral Homes, Schellsburg, with Pastor Aaron Whetstone and Pastor Richard Whetstone officiating.
Interment will be at Bedford County Memorial Park, Bedford.
The family would like to thank caregiver Candy Blocher, caregiver Kelly; Grane Hospice Nurse Kenzi and social worker Tammy.