Charles William Barrass

Birth date: Oct 22, 1932 Death date: Oct 5, 2016

Charles William Barrass: 10/22/1932 - 10/05/2016 Dad led by action & example, not words. "Bill" was strong, independent, thoughtful, humble & very private. Born in a coal mining town in WV, he grew up very poor. After serving in Read Obituary

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Violet Stroud

468w ago

We were fortunate to meet Bill in 1997 when he and our friend Jan came to visit us in Virginia Beach. Bill was attending a business conference at Langley. When we first met Bill, he was so very quite and a man of few words. Through our friendship of almost thirty years, we learned that though Bill was not always talking, when he had something to say...it was worth listening to. He had a knack for putting life's challenges into the proper perspective. We came to appreciate his dry sense of humor and enjoyed so many laughs. He was truly a wonderful friend to so many and we will miss miss him.

Mac and Violet Stroud
Virginia Beach, VA

Jennie Keller

468w ago

Charles "Bill" Barrass was a man of a few words, and as a career Auditor, truth lay in numbers. So, what can I say in a few words to truthfully sum up my dear friend Bill"s life. Immediately, a story from the Bible emerged.

Jesus and some of His disciples were standing among a group of people for a man's
entombment. A disciple asked: "Master, what do you say of this man?" The Lord
said: "What do these here that knew him say?" The disciple replied: "They say
he was a good and kind man." Our Lord replied: "Then, I say the same."

The sum of a man's life in just seven (7) words -----He was a good and kind man.

May this be truly said of each one of us as our thoughts, words and actions proceed ahead of us into eternal life. Jennie Keller

A Haemmerlie

468w ago

Barbara -
We were saddened to hear of your dad's passing. He and our dad shared a wonderful friendship over the years. Dad would often tell us stories about your dad's no-nonsense approach at work. When Bill asked a question, there were three - and only three - possible answers. Yes, No, or I Don't Know. No long, round-about explanations...just a simple, concise answer. To this day, that still makes us smile.

Sending caring thoughts,
Annette Farinola Haemmerlie
Carolyn Farinola Cretekos

Jan Costello Johnson

468w ago

Created a new album - New Album Name.

Jan Costello Johnson

468w ago

in honor of Charles.

Bill Barrass -- a vital, sustaining part of my heart and a lifetime friend…he leaves behind wonderful memories of a quiet man with a love for the Lord, his family, and his country. His integrity, wisdom, generous spirit, and love of music—especially choral and gospel—reflected his gratitude for life’s opportunities and brought him great joy. Bill was always willing and available to research a good answer to a challenging issue, giving great care to ensuring his “findings” were timely provided to those who asked! He could always find a path through difficulty -for someone else’s benefit. His clever, dry-wit, and sense of humor will be missed by all that knew him… he was a blessing and a great encouragement. Until we meet again, Mr. B…love and thanks to you, Jan

A lit candle with a soft flame, surrounded by small white flowers and green leaves, set against a warm yellow background.

George Migliore

469w ago

On behalf of the entire staff of Boza & Roel Funeral Home please accept our sincere condolences.

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