Pastor Richard S. Barcus

Richard Steven Barcus was born July 11, 1956 and he passed from here to Heaven on December 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father John William (Bill) Barcus, his mother Mary Ellen (Hill) Barcus, a precious Aunt Mickey Smith. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Deborah Barcus, his children Laura and Richard Neal and Kate and Ryan McFann. He is also survived by his grandchildren Olivia, Helena, Adam, and Emma Neal and also Abby, Ben, and Nate McFann. He is also survived by his brother John Barcus (Donna) and his nephews Will (Sarah) and Stephen Barcus. He is also survived by a loving uncle Tom Smith and many beloved cousins, and a host of friends and family at the Addison Freewill Baptist Church that he loved with all of his heart. Richard was a graduate of Gallia Academy High School class of 1974, where he loved to play sports especially baseball. He was a graduate of the University of Rio Grande in 1978 with honors. He spent his youth and young adulthood coaching and playing sports and loved his community. When he met the Master and became a born again Christian, his life changed forever. He spent the rest of his time here on Earth on a mission to lift up the name of Our Lord Jesus Christ with every opportunity he was given. He was called by God to be the pastor at Addison Freewill Baptist Church and served there faithfully for nearly forty years. He promoted gospel music in the park and brought gospel singers from all over the country into our area. He preached revivals and sang gospel music throughout the entire region and saw many souls come to the Lord. He was a faithful and loving husband, a constant and devoted father, he was the best grandfather any child could have, the best big brother, a loyal and trusted friend, a shepherd of the flock, and a dedicated servant of God. He will be so greatly missed. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 15, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm and the funeral will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 16, 2021 both at the Addison FWB Church. Matthew 25:21: His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.