William (Bill) Thomas Barnett, of Tinton Falls, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2017 after a battle with cancer. Born in Chicago, Ill, and formerly from Colts Neck, NJ, Bill was the oldest of five siblings (Lowell, Mary, Raymond and Colette) and attended the Illinois Institute of Technology where he graduated with a …
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William (Bill) Thomas Barnett, of Tinton Falls, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2017 after a battle with cancer. Born in Chicago, Ill, and formerly from Colts Neck, NJ, Bill was the oldest of five siblings (Lowell, Mary, Raymond and Colette) and attended the Illinois Institute of Technology where he graduated with a B.S.E.E. in 1958. He was employed with AT&T Bell Laboratories and graduated from New York University with a M.S.E.E. in 1960. While at Bell Labs, he was responsible for analysis of microwave Digital Radio Systems, directing theoretical studies and experimental verification to improve microwave digital radio communication. Bill was a Fellow of the I.E.E.E. and recognized for work in his field. Following his retirement from AT&T, he was employed by Telos / Fort Monmouth 1991 – 2005.
Bill was a faith-filled member of St. Mary’s Parish in Colts Neck. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hiker, having hiked the entire Appalachian Trail. He was an involved member of the Boy Scouts, including leadership roles with Troop 290 of Colts Neck. He loved playing golf with family and friends. He was also an active member of the American Cut Glass Association for a number of years. Most importantly, Bill was a devoted and loving husband, brother, father and grandfather.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, Lowell and Colette, and by one of his four siblings, Mary. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Alta, by his two children, Chris (Gina) and Laura (Greg Wiest), and by his five grandchildren, Nathan (Brittany), Maggie, Thomas, Christina and Claire.
Visitation will be on Thursday, February 23rd from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel, NJ. A memorial mass will be offered at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 1 Phalanx Road, Colts Neck, on Friday, February 24th at 10:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Immaculate Conception Monastery, 8645 Edgerton Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11432. To send a condolence to his family or for further details, please visit his Book of Memories at www.holmdelfuneralhome.com.
Ann Marie & Logan Dayton
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Dear Alta & Family, We are so sorry that being here in SC kept us from the funeral.We always regarded Bill as a wonderful friend and such an enjoyable person. Logan is certainly going to miss the good times golfing together. We will sincerely miss him and send special love, prayers and sympathy to you. Ann Marie & Logan
York Wang
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Such sad news. Bill was my first boss. His vast and deep knowledge in the field and his hands on management style will always be my guide. Bill hired me while I knew nothing about multi-path propagation. I¹ll always remember and be graceful to Bill. May our Lord and Father make his presence felt and comfort his family at this difficult time.
Doug Hutcheson
left a message on February 27, 2018:
A real loss of a good and dear friend. I will miss him. Sometimes I think he taught me all of the really important things that I know and that I needed to know.
Mike Pagones
left a message on February 27, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear that our friend and colleagues has passed away.
Henry Bergmann
left a message on February 27, 2018:
He’ll be missed” is an understatement to say the least. Bill was my supervisor at Bell Labs for a number of years and a good friend even longer…greater than fifty years. Aside from his wealth of knowledge of the radio studies in which he engaged, he was always understanding and considerate of his fellow colleagues and those reporting to Bill. Personally, I have much for which to be thankful to Bill; for his confidence in my ability to undertake various tasks associated with our radio activities. Thanks to Bill, he provided me with numerous opportunities to further my career and to continue my work here at AT&T. I repeat again that Bill will be missed by all, especially by myself. Rest in peace my dear friend and may your family take consultation that you are now in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carl Lundgren
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Bill WILL be sorely missed -- I had been holding out hope (and with some prayers) that Bill would once again overcome a significant adversity... But as you know, our Father 'does know best' even when things don't seem to compute as WE might see them. We remain instructed to pray for each other. Ginnie and I add our prayers to (all of) yours that HIS Light Perpetual will shine upon Bill, and for strength and understanding for his wife and family. Godspeed.
Lee Morris
left a message on February 27, 2018:
The passsing of Bill is a very sorrowful time for me. I first met Bill at Bell Labs in Murray Hill in 1962, and we remained friends and colleagues since then. Bill gave me great guidance in my BTL career, and was always willing to help in documentaion of various radio experiments. Bill knew all the right "buzz words" to get a point across in the technical world. He will long be remembered, and deeply missed. Lee Morris
Joanne and Ron Chernoff
left a message on February 24, 2018:
Dear Gina, Chris, and family, We are very sorrow to learn of your loss. Sending our sincere condolences to all. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott and Anne Brown
left a message on February 24, 2018:
What a beautiful tribute page (great job!)! The pictures really tell the story of his wonderful life and describe his character like words never sufficiently could. He left a bright mark on this world and will now be welcomed lovingly into the next. We should all learn from him and strive to be as successful on this earth!
Anne & Maurice Baker
left a message on February 23, 2018:
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the Barnett family. We'll always remember Bill as a thoughtful, smart, and lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Anne and Maurice Baker
Joan and Jeff Schottle
left a message on February 23, 2018:
Alta, So sorry to hear about Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Carl R. Davidson
left a message on February 23, 2018:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mary Kay Mason
left a message on February 23, 2018:
Dear Alta and Family, It was with a sad heart that I read today of Bill's passing. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your dear family. How many wonderful memories I have of both of you at Posillipo's and Bill was instrumental in my buying a Mac computer after giving me good advice! He was a good and caring man, accomplishing a lot in his life, and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mary Kay Mason
Camilla Kelly-Kinniburgh
left a message on February 23, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. He was a good,good person, always smiling and easy-going, always engaged in the world and supportive of his family. I'm sure he is in heaven now, looking down on his family with a big smile!
Donna Gillespie
left a message on February 22, 2018:
Laura and Greg: My prayers are lifted for you and your family. What a marvelous life your Dad had, and he is now meeting Jesus face to face. Amen and Alleluia!
Diane
left a message on February 22, 2018:
My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Barnett. I pray you find comfort from memories and from God's promise. (Revelation 21:4)
Raffi Shekookian
left a message on February 22, 2018:
He was the best department head I ever worked for. I shall miss him very much. My deepest sympathies to his wife and family members.
James W Carlin
left a message on February 22, 2018:
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I interacted with Bill many times at BTL in Holmdel and occasionally ran into him at Pebble Creek golf course. He was an outstanding engineer and person. My deepest sympathy to his family. Jim Carlin
Cindy Kremer
left a message on February 22, 2018:
I will always remember the fun trips we took with our families and special get togethers. Uncle Bill will surely be missed. Although I am not related I will remember him as uncle Bill and the love and devotion he put into his family and friends. He was truly loved and special. My husband and family send our condolences,love and support to his family at this time. Love, Cindy,Dave,Jonathan,Kevin, and Steven Kremer
Curt Whitney
left a message on February 21, 2018:
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a friend of mine and many more starting at BTL Murray Hill where we bowled together. Then to Holmdel where he made his name synonymous with microwave radio system fading prediction. My sincere condolences to his wife and family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sherry Bergmann
left a message on February 21, 2018:
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I had the pleasure of working in his department when I was just out of college and at AT&T. I had a great amount of respect for him, and I learned many things from him that have served me well throughout my career. My deepest condolences to all of his family.
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Ann Marie & Logan Dayton
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Dear Alta & Family, We are so sorry that being here in SC kept us from the funeral.We always regarded Bill as a wonderful friend and such an enjoyable person. Logan is certainly going to miss the good times golfing together. We will sincerely miss him and send special love, prayers and sympathy to you. Ann Marie & Logan
York Wang
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Such sad news. Bill was my first boss. His vast and deep knowledge in the field and his hands on management style will always be my guide. Bill hired me while I knew nothing about multi-path propagation. I¹ll always remember and be graceful to Bill. May our Lord and Father make his presence felt and comfort his family at this difficult time.
Doug Hutcheson
left a message on February 27, 2018:
A real loss of a good and dear friend. I will miss him. Sometimes I think he taught me all of the really important things that I know and that I needed to know.
Mike Pagones
left a message on February 27, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear that our friend and colleagues has passed away.
Henry Bergmann
left a message on February 27, 2018:
He’ll be missed” is an understatement to say the least. Bill was my supervisor at Bell Labs for a number of years and a good friend even longer…greater than fifty years. Aside from his wealth of knowledge of the radio studies in which he engaged, he was always understanding and considerate of his fellow colleagues and those reporting to Bill. Personally, I have much for which to be thankful to Bill; for his confidence in my ability to undertake various tasks associated with our radio activities. Thanks to Bill, he provided me with numerous opportunities to further my career and to continue my work here at AT&T. I repeat again that Bill will be missed by all, especially by myself. Rest in peace my dear friend and may your family take consultation that you are now in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carl Lundgren
left a message on February 27, 2018:
Bill WILL be sorely missed -- I had been holding out hope (and with some prayers) that Bill would once again overcome a significant adversity... But as you know, our Father 'does know best' even when things don't seem to compute as WE might see them. We remain instructed to pray for each other. Ginnie and I add our prayers to (all of) yours that HIS Light Perpetual will shine upon Bill, and for strength and understanding for his wife and family. Godspeed.
Lee Morris
left a message on February 27, 2018:
The passsing of Bill is a very sorrowful time for me. I first met Bill at Bell Labs in Murray Hill in 1962, and we remained friends and colleagues since then. Bill gave me great guidance in my BTL career, and was always willing to help in documentaion of various radio experiments. Bill knew all the right "buzz words" to get a point across in the technical world. He will long be remembered, and deeply missed. Lee Morris
Joanne and Ron Chernoff
left a message on February 24, 2018:
Dear Gina, Chris, and family, We are very sorrow to learn of your loss. Sending our sincere condolences to all. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott and Anne Brown
left a message on February 24, 2018:
What a beautiful tribute page (great job!)! The pictures really tell the story of his wonderful life and describe his character like words never sufficiently could. He left a bright mark on this world and will now be welcomed lovingly into the next. We should all learn from him and strive to be as successful on this earth!
Anne & Maurice Baker
left a message on February 23, 2018:
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the Barnett family. We'll always remember Bill as a thoughtful, smart, and lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Anne and Maurice Baker
Joan and Jeff Schottle
left a message on February 23, 2018:
Alta, So sorry to hear about Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Carl R. Davidson
left a message on February 23, 2018:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mary Kay Mason
left a message on February 23, 2018:
Dear Alta and Family, It was with a sad heart that I read today of Bill's passing. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your dear family. How many wonderful memories I have of both of you at Posillipo's and Bill was instrumental in my buying a Mac computer after giving me good advice! He was a good and caring man, accomplishing a lot in his life, and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mary Kay Mason
Camilla Kelly-Kinniburgh
left a message on February 23, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. He was a good,good person, always smiling and easy-going, always engaged in the world and supportive of his family. I'm sure he is in heaven now, looking down on his family with a big smile!
Donna Gillespie
left a message on February 22, 2018:
Laura and Greg: My prayers are lifted for you and your family. What a marvelous life your Dad had, and he is now meeting Jesus face to face. Amen and Alleluia!
Diane
left a message on February 22, 2018:
My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Barnett. I pray you find comfort from memories and from God's promise. (Revelation 21:4)
Raffi Shekookian
left a message on February 22, 2018:
He was the best department head I ever worked for. I shall miss him very much. My deepest sympathies to his wife and family members.
James W Carlin
left a message on February 22, 2018:
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I interacted with Bill many times at BTL in Holmdel and occasionally ran into him at Pebble Creek golf course. He was an outstanding engineer and person. My deepest sympathy to his family. Jim Carlin
Cindy Kremer
left a message on February 22, 2018:
I will always remember the fun trips we took with our families and special get togethers. Uncle Bill will surely be missed. Although I am not related I will remember him as uncle Bill and the love and devotion he put into his family and friends. He was truly loved and special. My husband and family send our condolences,love and support to his family at this time. Love, Cindy,Dave,Jonathan,Kevin, and Steven Kremer
Curt Whitney
left a message on February 21, 2018:
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a friend of mine and many more starting at BTL Murray Hill where we bowled together. Then to Holmdel where he made his name synonymous with microwave radio system fading prediction. My sincere condolences to his wife and family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sherry Bergmann
left a message on February 21, 2018:
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I had the pleasure of working in his department when I was just out of college and at AT&T. I had a great amount of respect for him, and I learned many things from him that have served me well throughout my career. My deepest condolences to all of his family.
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