Obituary of James E. Barden

James E. Barden, 88 of 131 Groton Ave, Cortland passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family June 22, 2014 . Mr. Barden was born May 9, 1926 in Cortland a son of the late Fred J. and Elnora C. Dodd Barden. Mr. Barden had been a lifelong resident of Cortland he had served with the United States Navy during WW II. He retired from Smith Corona after 43 years employment. Mr. Barden is survived by his sons: John (Noreen) and Eric (Carol Leonard) Barden both of Cortland. His daughter-in-law, Marcia Barden of Cortland. Eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Courtney) Gayle, Stacie (Tim) Camp, John Barden, Allison Barden, Matthew Barden, Elizabeth Barden, Emily Barden and Cole Barden. Nine great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and Mary Craig who provided him with such excellent care. Mr. Barden was predeceased by his Wife Bonita and son Chris Barden. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home, Inc., 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland. Interment with military honors will follow in the Scott Union Cemetery. Friends are invited to call on Wednesday evening 5:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the Homer Avenue United Methodist Church, 30 Homer Ave., Cortland. To offer condolences online, visit www. Wright-Beard.com