Visitation: Friday, January 24, 2025
Visitation Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Visitation Location: Postell’s Mortuary Chapel
811 North Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida
Service Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Service Location: Washington Shores Church of Christ
2818 Orange Center Boulevard
Orlando, Florida
Obituary:
Danny “Blue Gill” Barnes, 73, of Orlando, departed this life on Friday, January 10, 2025. Danny was born on January 26, 1951 in Dothan, AL to Estelle and James Barnes. Danny completed his formal education and later worked in the healthcare industry as a paramedic prior to his demise. He was a devoted husband, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving wife, Perry Drew Barnes; sister, Gail Barnes; and a host of other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 24, 2025 from 4-6 PM at the mortuary. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 11:00 AM at Washington Shores Church of Christ, 2818 Orange Center Boulevard, Orlando with Pastor Trevonte Peterson, officiating. Interment: Greenwood Cemetery, Orlando.
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family during your time of sadness. To God be the glory.
Danny was my working partner at Rural Metro Ambulance. He was the best partner I ever had and the best friend which lasted, throughout our retirement. I will miss him. But I know he is at peace and I will never forget him. To Perry stay strong and I will always be your friend.
Danny is one of the best people I have ever met. You lit up the room everywhere you went. Your RMA family will always love you.
I worked with Danny at Rural Metro Ambulance and ORLANDO. Every day I came into work and saw his smile. He was always smiling and Saying how his day was so blessed. He helped so many people.
I always loved coming into work and seeing him and clara!
He is an angel. Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten. Another RMA Legend.
My RMA family.
Danny, I was saddened by your passing.The word speaded fast. May the lord comfort your family and friends. The words that you spoke every time you went in service at RMA was have a bless day.! Everyone knew Clair and you was one the road. Rest easy my friend.
When I knew that I would be working with you, the day was Better and Yes Blessed. You will be missed.👏❤️
I had one time to work with Danny and it ran so smoothly. We gonna miss you friend. Rest in peace my friend and have a blessed time.
Danny, or DB as he was affectionately known by many coworkers, was my partner for many years on the ambulance service. He was an excellent partner, loyal, and devoted to his patient care. I don’t think there was ever a day that he didn’t bring his Bible and wish me a blessed day. When I told him that I was going to start working part time he said that if we were not going to be regular partners he was going to be going part-time also. We have kept in touch since, his Christmas card said he was having some health problems but didn’t elaborate, I wish I had known it was the serious so I could have seen him. Rest in peace Danny you will be missed.
Danny and I were partners on the Ambulance. Danny was a kind and generous man.
I had the pleasure of working with Danny at RMA. There are so many things I could say about Danny, but one that comes first is.. he always brightened up my day by seeing him smile and say HEY, have a blessed day. Loved seeing Clara and Danny, what a team!! Fly free Danny!!
I was working at RMA during the time Danny (DB) was there in the 90s. Danny always had a smile for everyone and a pleasant demeanor no matter what. I had one shift to work with DB as he wasn’t my regular partner but his exceptional EMS skills were obvious. What a great experience to know this exceptional soul. Thanks DB, You made a difference and touch so many. RIP.
I knew Danny as a wonderful caregiver with a cheerful word to everyone who crossed his path. “May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.”.
Danny, I will never forget when you invited me to your church and promised to sing a song for me. Church of Christ on South OBT, we were treated like royalty by your members and BLESSED to hear your beautiful voice! It was one of my top fives in my 23-year Florida stay. Thank you for serving the Lord and sharing a portion of your life with my family!
God speed DB. Thank you for being such a light to this world.
When I worked at RMA back in the day, Danny was truly one of the kindest souls I had the pleasure of knowing. He had such a warm and genuine spirit, and I’ll never forget how he always ended his radio calls with “Have a blessed day.” It was such a simple gesture, but it left a lasting impact on everyone who heard it. Rest easy Danny !
Danny and I started out EMS back at Herndon Ambulance as interns. He was so excited about his new journey in the medical field. When he took the E.M.T.. class and passed oh how joyful he was. And then came the State Boards. We passed and went on as a BLS unit in the early days of his career. He always said it was a blessing to be in this field, helping others. Thank Danny for being my partner and friend over the years.
I worked with Danny for many years. As a partner I could always depend on him and his safe driving . We need more people with his level of common sense. Danny, you will really be missed but we will see you at the great reunion.
I didn’t see Uncle Danny often throughout the years but when I did he was always extremely hospitable and loving to all. He welcomed us graciously whenever we visited Orlando. I will miss seeing him and having his welcoming presence at family gatherings. My thoughts and prayers are with his beloved wife Aunt Perry and all those who loved and knew Uncle Danny.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Love always, your great niece Natalie
I’m going to miss you dearly Uncle Danny . From a little girl I have so many memories to cherish but the upmost best memory I will keep closest to my heart is when I had my first child . You and Aunt Perry showed up for me when I couldn’t show up for myself . It’s the little things that I will miss the most .
Your ribs and your undivided attention 🙂 love you
Oh Danny B! How I loved to see your smile at RMA! You and I were the best ever! You will be missed by so many including myself. rest in peace my friend.. Fly high with the angels that are there with you . 🥲♥️
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