Public Honors WWII Bomber Pilot Alfred 'Barney' Barnett at Funeral
Veterans line the streets for WWII hero bomber pilot's funeral who died with no surviving family aged 104 after plea for 'proper send-off'

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Veterans and local residents gathered to honor Alfred 'Barney' Barnett, a 104-year-old WWII bomber pilot from Bodmin, Cornwall, who passed away without any surviving family. His funeral, organized by the Royal British Legion, featured a Union Jack draped coffin and tributes to his significant contributions during the war.
- 01Alfred 'Barney' Barnett flew approximately 80 missions as a pathfinder in the RAF during WWII.
- 02He participated in notable operations, including Operation Manna, which delivered food to the Netherlands.
- 03Barnett was involved in the Nuremberg trials after the war.
- 04The funeral took place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on May 20, 2023.
- 05Chairman Derek Coad called for veterans to attend, emphasizing that Barnett deserved a proper send-off.
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Alfred 'Barney' Barnett, a 104-year-old WWII bomber pilot from Bodmin, Cornwall, passed away earlier this month in a hospital without any surviving family. In a heartfelt tribute, veterans and members of the public lined the streets to attend his funeral, organized by the local Royal British Legion. Barnett, who flew on around 80 missions as a pathfinder in the Royal Air Force (RAF), was honored with a coffin draped in a Union Jack and a procession of standard bearers. The funeral took place at Glynn Valley Crematorium on May 20, 2023, where tributes celebrated his bravery and contributions to the war effort. Barnett had previously expressed his determination to join the RAF after his mother’s house was destroyed during a bombing raid. He flew various bombers, including Lancasters, and participated in significant operations such as Operation Manna and the Nuremberg trials. His story reflects the courage and dedication of those who served during one of history's most challenging times.
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The funeral brought the community together to honor a local hero, highlighting the importance of recognizing veterans.
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