Maurice Hugh Barnett, 91, of Ravenswood, WV, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at the Ravenswood Care Center, Ravenswood, following an extended illness.

He was born January 1, 1932, in Chesapeake, WV, a son of the late Roy F. and Meril (Edleman) Barnett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Phyllis Ann Barnett and son, Bryan Barnett.

Maurice graduated from Gauley Bridge High School, class of 1950. He was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean War, stationed in Guam where he received the National Defense Service Medal. He retired from Ravenswood Aluminum with 34 years of service and was a member of the United Steelworkers Union Local #5668, Ravenswood, WV. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Ravenswood and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping.

Left to cherish his memory include his children, Roy Barnett and wife, Evelyn of Elizabeth, Todd Barnett of Kernersville, NC; sisters, Barbara Meadows of PA, Aussie Andrews and husband, Jimmy of Oregon; grandchildren, Logan, Miranda, Cindy and great grandchildren, Ellie, Dalton, Kyle, Sarah and Sammuel.

Service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at Casto Funeral Home, Ravenswood, WV, with Pastor Brian Arthur officiating. Burial will follow at the Jackson County Memory Gardens, Cottageville. Military rites will be provided by the Jackson County Honor Guard. Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.castofuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of Casto Funeral Home, Ravenswood, WV.