Barry Lawrence Farlett, age 51, passed away at his home surounded by his family on January 9, 2021 in Ellijay, Georgia. Barry was born on May 23, 1969 to Alvin Farlett and Janice Abernathy in Rome, Georgia. Barry was proud to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was dedicated and served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm as a fire direction controlman and NBNCO. Throughout his life, Barry enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors, especially on the lake where he was the happiest. Barry enjoyed spending quality time with his family and treasured the time he had with his children and grandchildren. He thoroughly enjoyed being "Papa" to his grandchildren. Barry was also very strong in his faith and held his relationship with God close to his heart. He was a member of The Orchard Church in Ellijay, Georgia. In October of 1996, he met Joy Pittman. On July 19, 1997 they became husband and wife and their marriage continued for the next twenty-three years until his passing. Barry touched many lives and always wanted to share his faith and the message of Jesus with everyone. He will be missed by all who knew him. Barry is preceded in death by his father, Alvin Farlett. He is survived by his wife, Joy Farlett; mother, Janice Farlett; son, Easton (Caroline) Farlett; daughters, Brooke (Aaron) Brown and Autumn Farlett; grandchildren, Walker Brown, Wayde Brown and Millie Jane Farlett; sisters, Renae Duckworth and Misty (Robert) Black; and many loving extended family members and friends to cherish his memory. The Farlett family will receive friends for visitation Thursday, January 21, 2021 between five o'clock and eight o'clock in the evening. A funeral service to honor Mr. Barry L. Farlett will be held on Friday, January 22, 2021 at eleven o'clock in the morning at Owen Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia. Various donations may be made in his name to Toys for Tots or VFW. Please visit owenfunerals.com to leave tributes and condolences with the family. Owen Funeral Home is honored to serve the Farlett family at this difficult time.