History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity."We are the family that is always there, and we are the family that always cares."

Who is Pastor Charles E. Barnes? Senior Pastor for 39 years at Saint James Christian Church, (DoC) Inc. He is a license Funeral Director in North Carolina. Dr. Barnes received his A.S degree from Lenoir Community College. His B.S undergraduate degree from Atlantic College/Barton College in Religion and Philosophy. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. His Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Barnes has a passion and love for all peoples... God made us all... 

Our Valued Staff

  • Rev. Dr. Charles E. Barnes

    Rev. Dr. Charles E. Barnes, Founder (Deceased) Email: [email protected]

    Married to Yvonne A. Barnes, they have three children (A daughter-n-law). Three precious grandchilden.

  • Mr. Calvin Cherry

    Mr. Calvin Cherry, Funeral Service Licensee/Manager

    Mr. Calvin L. Cherry, a native of Farmville, NC, has been with the Barnes Funeral Home for over 10 years. He served as a licensed Funeral Director and Mortician and currently holds the position as the manager. Mr. Cherry graduated from Fayetteville Technical Community College and earned a degree in Funeral Service Education. He is also a preneed counselor and life insurance agent for the state of NC. Mr. Calvin Cherry is an active member of the Willow Chapel Primitive Baptist Church where he serves as the pastor. "All I want the Lord to say is.... WELL DONE" "May the work I've done speak for me"

  • Dr. Yvonne Artis Barnes

    Dr. Yvonne Artis Barnes, President

    Graduteate of Fayetteville Tech Community College in the Funeral Director's program. B.S degree in Music from Atlantic Christian College/Barton College. Master of Arts in Education from E.C.U. also have a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Phoenx. Was married to the late Rev. Dr. Charles Barnes (formerly owner) and have three children (a daughter-n-law). Three outstanding grandchildren.

  • Mr. Charles C. Barnes

    Mr. Charles C. Barnes, Funeral Attendant

    Attended Barton College and received a B.S. Degree in Musical Production. He is the musician for all the choirs and male chrous. Charles is a faithful member at SJCC.

  • Ms. Cheresa L. Barnes

    Ms. Cheresa L. Barnes, Funeral Attendant

    Cheresa attended East Carolina University and received a B.S. Degree in Business Administration. She attended Wayne Community College and received her Dental Assistant degree. Cheresa is currently working on her MBA at Winston-Salem State University. She a minister of the gospel. She is a faithful member at KCC.

  • Mr. Barry Ford

    Mr. Barry Ford, Funeral Attendnt

    Barry is a member of Saint James Christian Church (DOC). Barry is a member of the Arthur Taylor Memorial Choir, Usher. He is a faithful member at SJCC.

  • Jerry Cherry

    Jerry Cherry

  • Mrs. Latisha Goddard

    Mrs. Latisha Goddard, Funeral Attendant