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Barr, Robert

U.S. Navy And Army Veteran

  • Friday, September 20, 2019
Robert Barr
Robert Barr

Robert Barr, 73, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019.   

After serving in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam, he proudly retired from the U.S. Army.    

Robert is survived by his wife of 48 years, Bonnie Barr; son, Robert N. Barr; daughter, LeighAnna (Ben) Frazier; brother, Cliff Barr; sister, Patti Sholik; granddaughter, Margaret E. Frazier.

Robert will be laid to rest in National Cemetery on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 11 a.m. with military honors.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to The American Heart Association by calling 1-800-242-8721 or go online at Heart.org?

Arrangements are by Turner Funeral Home 3913 Webb Road at Highway 58, Chattanooga, Tn., 423 622-3171.

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