SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 32
(By Senators Chafin, Anderson, Ball and Fanning)
Commemorating the life of the late Robert Victor Barnett, of
Bramwell, West Virginia, former owner, editor and publisher of
the Bramwell Aristocrat and distinguished West Virginian.
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett was born in Gary, West
Virginia, the son of Cleo Odle Barnett of Bluefield, West Virginia,
and the late Joseph E. Barnett; and
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett received his education as a
graduate of Gary High School and Georgia Tech University. He also
attended Bluefield State College; and
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett was the owner, editor and
publisher of the Bramwell Aristocrat, which he produced from his
offices in the Bramwell Bank. The small paper recorded the history
of area coalfield people, families and events; and
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett was known as a radio
personality and was associated with several radio stations. He was
known as "the man with the golden voice"; and
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett was an asset to his community
by his active involvement in a myriad of organizations and
associations. He also served his community in official capacities,
such as chairman of the Bramwell Economic Development Authority;
chairman of the Bramwell Foundation; chairman of the Mercer County Solid Waste Authority; and, past chairman of the
Mercer County Commission on Aging. He lead in efforts to restore
and maintain the historic Oak Hill Cemetery in Bramwell; and,
Whereas, Robert Victor Barnett passed away February 21,
1997, at his home in Bramwell, West Virginia; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby expresses its sincere sadness at the
passing of Robert Victor Barnett, owner, editor and publisher of
the Bramwell Aristocrat and distinguished West Virginia; and, be
it
Further Resolved, That the Senate posthumously expresses its
appreciation to the late Robert Victor Barnett for his
contributions to West Virginia through his active participation
in numerous community- related associations and organizations;
and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to
forward a copy of this resolution to the family of the late
Robert Victor Barnett.