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.