Phillip Michael “Mike” Barnhart Sr, of Cincinnati, OH, passed away on April 5, 2024 at the age of 79. Mike was born on October 18, 1944, to the late Chester and Marie (nee Welch) Barnhart.
Mike is survived by his loving wife, Josephine “Jo” (nee Foley), with whom he shared 60 years of marriage, marked by unwavering devotion and mutual respect. He was also the devoted father to Phil (Rhonda) Barnhart Jr and Jeff (Ginni) Barnhart. Loving grandfather to Andrew (Corey) Barnhart, Justin Barnhart, Meghan (Jack) Adamo, and Autumn (Stephon) Meadows. Mike is also survived by his great grandchildren, Jack and Moria Jo.
Mike was a jack-of-all-trades from southeast Ohio. Along with being a skilled woodworker, he was a proficient guitar player with an immense love for southern gospel music. Mike never knew a stranger, and enjoyed sharing his wealth of knowledge to anyone who would lend an ear. He loved his family deeply and will be missed by many.
A funeral service in Mike’s honor will be held on Saturday, April 13, at the Tree of Life Church (6477 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242) at 2:00 PM where guests will be received from 1:00 PM until time of service. A burial with the immediate family will take place at a later date.
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