Florence I. “Tookie” Barnes

            There will be a viewing held from 5 to 7 pm on Wednesday, May 13^th, with the service following right after at 7 pm at Omps, Amherst Chapel.  This will be a beautiful time for family and friends of Florence (Tookie) to be together and share the amazing memories of a very strong willed woman who has touched so many lives in very unique ways.  She meant so much to so many people and will be sincerely missed by all.  The life she lived was nothing short of pure happiness and love.  She is now home and pain free watching over each and every one of us.  She would want nothing more than everyone to be together and stay strong for each other during this emotional time.  Her spirit is among us all and now she is a beautiful angel with wings big enough to wrap around us all.  The family would appreciate anything that is felt in anyone’s heart to give but by no means is expected and also flowers are one thing that Florence loved to smell and see.  As she would say, a beautiful flower can brighten the darkest days.  We all appreciate everyone’s support and love through this sad time and will be waiting with open arms to those of you that can join us on Wednesday.  Please, everyone be safe if traveling and know that any memories, pictures, thoughts and donations are more than welcome and greatly appreciated beyond words.

Love and thank you all.

Sincerely,

Brandie and Family of Florence Irene Barnes