Randall Blake Barwick

Randall Blake Barwick, 71, of Albany, GA, died Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Willson Hospice House.

A native of Pelham, Ga, Mr. Barwick loved his Lord, his family, and friends. Before his health declined, he enjoyed golf, classic cars, and especially singing.  On a good day, you could hear Randall sing one of his favorite Kenny Rogers’ songs.  He was retired from Cooper Tire Company and Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. After retirement he enjoyed working part-time for the Hershey Company and being a substitute teacher at Westover High School. He enjoyed serving as a volunteer for the American Red Cross and as a driver for the children’s program at First United Methodist Church where he was a member.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Leland and Foy Barwick; a sister, Doris Willoughby; a brother, James Barwick; two sons Rod Barwick and Rusty Barwick of Albany. 

Survivors include his wife, Esther Jackson Barwick; son, Reed Barwick (Kim) of Leesburg; daughter, Tracy Cline of Santa Rosa Beach; grandsons, Peyton and Parker Barwick (Ashley) of Savannah, Logan Cline of Santa Rosa Beach; granddaughter, Mary Margaret Cline of Santa Rosa Beach; great-granddaughter, Emmie Barwick; brother, Ricky (Mary) of Albany; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Mathews Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Memorials may be made to Willson Hospice House 320 Foundation Lane, Albany, GA, 31707 or Children’s program at First United Methodist Church, 307 Flint Ave., Albany, GA 31701.