Tributes pour in for Burnley painter and decorator
Posted: Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
Geoffrey Barras was well known throughout Burnley and Pendle from his 36 years working in the maintenance department at Burnley General Hospital as a painter, Burnley Express reported. Born in Blackpool, he grew up in Nelson but had lived in Harle Syke for more than 40 years with his wife of 65 years, Doris. The couple had two children Michelle Barras and Joanne Etherington. Michelle said: “Dad was a wonderful person and family man. He enjoyed travelling, either in his motorhome and caravan or further afield. Dad was a fit person who enjoyed line dancing and gardening.” After retirement, Barras volunteered for the Rainbows Special Needs Centre driving SEN children to and from the centre. Other daughter Joanne added: “He is remembered by everyone for his warm smile that lit up the room and his care and kindness for others."
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