Bernard Cyrus Barnhart

Hagerstown, MD - Bernard Cyrus Barnhart, 91, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at his home.

Born, November 1, 1919 in Warfordsburg, PA to the late Job Truax and Catherine Florence Andrews Barnhart.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Josephine "Jo" Barnhart in 2009.

He was a 1937 graduate of Hancock High School.

He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service retiring in 1977.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII, he was an iconic American Hero.

He attended St. James Brethren Church St. James, MD.

He was a life member of Morris Frock Post #42 American Legion of Hagerstown, MD where he was Post Commander, County Commander, District Commander and Sgt. Of Arms for the State of Maryland, life member of VFW of Hagerstown, MD, IORM Tribe #84 Williamsport, MD, and 34th Infantry Division Association.

He was a member of American Postal Worker's National Association of retired Federal Employees, Combat Infantry Association, and Antietam Fire Co. of Hagerstown, MD.

He was a beloved husband and father.

Survivors Include:

Daughter: Donna C. Combs of Millersville, MD

Son: Wayne B. Barnhart and his wife Melody of Hagerstown, MD

Son: Stephen N. Barnhart and his wife Diane of Greencastle, PA

6 Grandchildren

6 Great Grandchildren

He was predeceased by 2 brothers and 4 sisters.

The family will receive friends at the Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 pm. The funeral home will be open after 9:00 am on Wednesday for the convenience of family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 11:00 am with Rev. Brian Moore and Rev. Richard Hembrock officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park Hagerstown, MD. Military graveside services will be provided by Morris Frock Post #42 American Legion Hagerstown, MD.

The family request the omission of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Morris Frock Post #42 American Legion Honor Guard 405 Northern Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21742

Morris Frock Post #42 American Legion Honor Guard 405 Northern Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21742