Chuck Barrett’s mom may have passed

In reading the DemGaz obits this morning I noticed the passing of a Patricia Barrett in Clarksville with a son in Fayetteville named Charles (Chuck) Barrett. Chuck is from Clarksville.

I would presume this to be Chuck’s mom. Apologies if not.

Prayers for Chuck and his family if so. Prayers for Mrs. Barrett’s family even if Chuck isn’t related.

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Yes, she did. Chuck spoke about it yesterday.

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Prayers for Chuck and his family. Tough no matter how much expected.

It’s been a long battle with dementia. Long and difficult. Chuck and I have talked about it and he’s been there for all of it. He’s basically lived in Clarksville since the start of Covid.

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So much respect for Chuck, Quinn and all others who were/are caretakers. We’ve been there with both our moms. Tough times but zero regrets. It’s a labor of love. The end is a relief for all. I tell people that’s in Chuck’s spot, don’t feel guilty about feeling relieved. You loved with all you had. Prayers.

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That is so true. After my Father died in Dec, 2012, I moved back to Arkansas to care for my Mother, who had previously had a major stroke and 2 heart attacks. It was the toughest job I’ve ever had, but the most rewarding.

It’s also true that there is some relief, accompanied with a little guilt (did I do enough?). I don’t regret a single day of the 8+ years before she died in Jan 2021. I will admit though that, it felt good to be able to buy Razorback season football and basketball tickets and attend as many games as I wanted.

Prayers for Chuck and family.

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Chuck had posted on Facebook about the loss of his mother. Prayers for Chuck and family.

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Well I hate to hear that! My mom passed away over 6 years ago and it still hurts my heart… will be praying for Chuck and his family

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Megan dealt with her mom having dementia. Such a cruel, cruel thing to deal with as you see a parent or loved one deteriorate. She gets very emotional when she sees a news story or show on the illness.

God bless Chuck and anyone else who has a loved one suffering from dementia.

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