Charles Barton Obituary

Kay & Boys,

I am so sorry to hear Buddy has left you, and I know you must miss him terribly. He was such a pistol! Fun, unpredictable, spontaneous... never a dull moment, which you all know better than most! I am glad I had the opportunity to know such a delightful character! I hope you all find comfort in those colorful stories and warm memories.

Anthony...

I'm so sorry and saddened to hear of your father's passing. My condolences and sympathy to you and your family.

Dearest Kay,
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I just recently learned of Buddy's battle with cancer and I am very saddened for your loss. One of my most treasured memories (and a story I still tell today) is when Buddy and I took a 4-day, 3-night canoe trip from Columbia to Charleston down the Congaree river back in '77. It was a Radio Station promotion that turned out to be quite an adventure and remains a benchmark in my life. Now, more than ever I am reminded of one of Buddy's favorite axioms..."there is nothing more constant than change". I wish you and yours well through this trying time.

Dear Barton Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. The Barton Family and Buddy were a great help to me when I lived in Charleston, SC. Buddy will be greatly missed but never forgotten. God bless you and your family.

Kay and family I am saddened to hear of Buddys passing. I send this note to let you know that I remember being friends with Buddy from 37st school up to and including Frat. brothers at UGA which were great years.

Gods peace,

Tom and Janice Dudley

Our family is saddened to hear of the death of Mr. Barton and we offer you our heartfelt condolences. Our son, Peter Matonis, was an employee of Mr. Barton’s at the Barton and Burwell store in Mount Pleasant. He worked there after his graduation from The Citadel in 2006 until he reported for active duty with the United States Army this past February. His experience with Barton and Burwell absolutely deepened his love for hunting and fishing. Thank you. - Sincerely, The Matonis Family, Idaho Falls, Idaho

I grew up with Buddy when he and his family lived on 36th Street. My family lived on 37th Street (the White's). Buddy and I became friends along with my siblings. We had a lot of good times playing in the vacant field behind my house. I remember Buddy being a great guy. He will surely be missed. My prayers to his family.

Kay,

I was so sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing; I knew he was very ill but did know the end would come so soon. It was great to see you both 3 years ago and you at the reunion last year. Buddy was a very nice guy and I know he will be missed by his family and many friends. I knew him in the old 37th Street neighborhood and fondly remember his mother, whom we all saw daily as our crossing guard at 37th Street Elementary. I know this must be especially tough for her.

My thoughts are with her and you and your children.

Charles Goldsmith
SHS Class of ‘61

My condolences to you Kaye and family. Buddy was a good friend and wonderful member of the family. My heart goes out to you

Thank You Buddy For sharing your knowledge of Radio and for giving me a great opportunity to Work with you at WQIZ

Kaye, So sorry for your loss. Buddy was a special person. We have special memories of our times together at SHS. You are in my prayers.
Mary McDonald Herrin

Kay, Anthony and Sandy--

Buddy enriched my life as a customer and a friend. My talks with him these last few months have been some of the most meaningful of my life. God bless and be with you all during this difficult time.

Mrs. Kay, Anthony and Sandy-- I was so very sad to learn of Mr. Buddy's passing. I will never forget what a kind man he was. I was honored to be hired by him at "the Big Bubba" when I was only 19 years old. We sure were one big happy family back then....such precious memories! Take care of yourselves in the coming days, and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. We were all blessed to have had Buddy in our lives.

Dear Kay, Anthony, and Sandy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you all have many wonderful memories of Buddy to hold in your hearts forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

Dear Ms. Kay, Anthony, and Sandy,
It's been many years since I have seen you. I have many fond memories of Mr. Buddy from Salt Point. I know how saddened your hearts must be. I lost my Dad last month, and not a day goes by that I don't think of him. All you can do is know that he is in a better place and have peace in your hearts. He will be missed, but not forgotten.

Clifford,
My brother Kershaw just e-mailed me Buddy's obituary. I feel so very sad as do all who knew him.
As you know Kershaw, John and I grew up across the field on 37th Street. So many fond memories.....

Love to all of you. You are in our prayers. May time and good memories help with your healing.

Sincerely,

Kathryn Getty Murray

Kay, Anthony and Sandy: I'm so sorry to learn of Buddy's passing. I know these past few months have been tough, even in the good times with this hanging over you. It has been an honor to have known Buddy as a friend, client and business partner and to have gotten to know the three of you. May God grant you peace in this most difficult time. John Midlen

To the Barton Family-
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Buddy was a wonderful man. He was very lucky to have you all for family as you brought him alot of joy and support during his illness. We are all hear for you if you need us.

Kay, Anthony, Sandy, and the rest of the Barton family. Please accept my condolences on the passing of "Buddy". He was a good business man and a good man! He gave me the opportunity to work in broadcasting with him and I always remember him as being fair and honest with everyone that worked with him.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

THE BIBLE ASSURES US THAT TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD!
(www.eternalvision.net) SHS CLASS OF '61

For Anthony and the Barton Family,
Heartfelt condolences from Brian and Sarena Philips & Kids
(and from the hundreds of members of your extended family within CMT and MTVN)

Dear Kay,
I was so saddened to hear about Buddy. What a great loss for you and your family---and for all of your friends. While many of us haven't lived close by for many years, the SHS reunions have been a wonderful link to our past friendhips.
My thoughts and prays to you and your family.
Love,
Lois Homans Chepenik

Kay, I'm so sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. I know this is a most difficult time for you and your family. As hard as it may seem now, please know that Buddy is in a better place and is no longer suffering. I'm sorry I can't be at the services for Buddy, we are in Mississippi visiting our daughter and her family. We'll be at the SHS reunion in Atlanta this Saturday and I know we'll all be thinking of you and Buddy. Hope to see you sometime when we can get to Charleston. I'll be thinking of you "Old Friend".

Your Pal,

Bobby Williams

I have many fond childhood memories of Buddy, although as adults we lost contact. Our parents were lifelong friends. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Buddy's wife and children, but would like them to know that he was a wonderful person, with a wonderful family, and that I am praying time will ease their sorrow and grief.
Marie Cowart

To Anthony and and family-
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Shea

Dear Kay and family, It is with sincerest sorrow and regret for you and all of your and Buddy's family and friends (including me)that I send this belated note. I did not know about Buddy's condition or I would have certainly been in touch earlier. Buddy Barton was a great guy. If we had lived in the same town as grown ups, I would have sought you folks out as good friends. As it were, I only saw you at a couple of SHS reunions. Please know that Buddy and You will be in our hearts and prayers at the SHS class reunion (a "mini") this Saturday in Atlanta. Sadly and with Caring Sympathy, John Williams

Please accept my condolences at this sad time. I did not have the good fortune of knowing Mr. Barton, but have come to know his son, Anthony, through work. Anthony was very proud of his father and his relationship with his dad. I know the family will grieve his loss and I do pray that time will replace your sorrorw with wonderful memories of how he lived his life. With sympathy,

May GOD grant you peace and comfort during these times and in the days ahead. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Mag. Williams

I am saddened to hear of Buddy's passing. He was a great guy.

Shannon Burns, SHS Class of '61

" Buddy " and I were very close in Hi-School and I will always remember his friendship with me. Our prayers are for his wife, children and family.
Regards,.
L. Randall Kicklighter
219 NellRose Lane
Dallas, Ga, 30132

Kaye,
I was so sad to hear of Buddy's passing. I just can't imagine how you must feel. I remember all of our good times at SHS. It seems just like it was yesterday.
We call our son "Buddy", and have, since he was born almost 46 years ago.
Please know that Roland and I are praying for you and your family, at this awful time.
Our thoughts are with you,
Sandra and Roland

Kay - I'm sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. Charles Goldsmith and I were just talking about Buddy last week. Buddy and I grew up together right down the tracks from each other. My fondest memory of Buddy is walking to his house when I was 9 years old and he and I would ride the bus to Coke Field on President's Avenue and play Little League baseball together. We played for American Legion Post #184. That was in 1952 and the 1st year Little League Baseball was played in Savannah. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family at this time.