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Wendell Barrett


Sunrise: August 23, 1954

Sunset: November 10, 2018

Wendell Barrett 64 passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018.  Wendell was born on August 23, 1954 in Norfolk, VA to the late Lillie Lee Barrett, however he is still survived by his father, Waverly Barrett, Sr. and a dear Stepmother, Elizabeth Barrett. He was also predeceased by brothers, Waverly Barrett, Jr. and Cecil Barrett.

Wendell received his primary education in Norfolk Public Schools, he graduated from Lake Taylor High School. He was a member of First Pentecostal Church, Norfolk, VA, where he served in technical support.

Wendell was loving father, brother, and friend. A disc jockey by trade, Wendell aka “East Coast” loved playing and listening to oldies music. He also enjoyed camping and attending family functions.  Wendell will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Wendell leaves to honor his memory, his son Paul Wallace; daughters, Nakia Beamon and Charrie Lee (Robert); nine grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was also blessed with his 11 remaining siblings, William Barrett, Melvin Barrett, Robert Barrett (Vansa), Cynthia Towe, Wayne Burden (Juanita), Evelyn Vincent (William), Beverly Burden (Brent), all of Norfolk, VA, Joan Chisman (Stafford), Darlene Godfrey (Colby) of Portsmouth, VA, Tony Burden of Virginia Beach, VA, Lillie Morris (Nathaniel) of Chesapeake, VA and a host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing Thursday, November 15, 2018 Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Family Receiving Friends Thursday, November 15, 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Friday, November 16, 2018 2:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service Berkley Chapel

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    Ruth Adams says

    To the Family of Wendell Barrett you have my sincere condolences, may God carry you threw!!!

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      Evelyn Joyce says

      My deepest condolences to the family,you will be missed.from Evelyn Joyce mother in law and Family.

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    Laura Stackhouse says

    Our sincere condolences to the family of Wendell Barrett. Sister in–law Laura.

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    LaVerne Hurdle says

    To Wendells Family you all have my Deepest Sympathy we were classmates

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    Gladys Gray says

    To the Family. We are sorry that Wendell had to leave us. He was a real gentleman. He was faithful. Kind & easy going. He will be missed. Just to see his face would make you smile. Rest Wendell. We love you. Gladys Gray & Mother Lillie Mae Williams. God bless you all.

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    Takya Barrett says

    My condolences to the family I was saddened by the news even though we were apart I will still miss him God always have a plan for his angels RIP Wendell aka East Coast your wife Talya Barrett

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    Yolanda B Lee says

    To the family sorry for your loss Wendell was a great man he was my brother-in-law sorry i want be able to be at your home going i no you are in good hands God is still in control

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    Nickey says

    East Coast my brother in law forever.you was a Dancing machine loved your message lol brother in law.I will always remember what you said to me and Renee. You told us to always aim for what we want” Get what you want.east coast you made me laugh so hard lol lol haha ha when you was around.you stay dressed to impress.i love it.I miss you .I send my deepest condolences to the family and my sister Talya Barrett.God be with you all.amen amen amen.love your sister in-law Nickey.

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    Tina Elliott-Blount says

    Wendell will be truly missed, he always had a kind word to say. May God’s love comfort each of you during this time. We the Chisman and New Hope Church family will keep you in our prayers.

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    Renaye Freeman says

    May The Peace Of God be with you all doing this appointed time. God have received him his kingdom ,to be free of pain. The love he has for his family, gave him much Joy. Rest In Heaven

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