In loving memory of Gloria Michelle Barnes (Buck), who was born on September 22, 1960, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late William Sylvester Barnes Jr. and Maryetta P. Barnes. Gloria departed this life on August 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with COPD.Gloria was raised in Baltimore and educated in the Baltimore City Public School System. She was a loving, outspoken, and strong-willed woman who was never afraid to speak her mind. She was blessed with a generous heart and was always willing to give what she could to help others.Gloria worked in housekeeping for several years. She loved music and dancing and could often be found on the dance floor until the party was over. Her joyful energy made her the life of any gathering.

Gloria was the baby girl of all her mother’s children and known affectionately as “Daddy’s little girl,” Gloria shared a special bond with her father. She was one of nine children, growing up alongside her eight siblings. She was also a loving mother of three children, whom she loved each in her own special way.

Gloria was free-spirited and lived a colorful life on her own terms. Through every high and low, she remained true to herself. She will be remembered for her bold personality, generous spirit, ability to relate to everyone she encountered, her love of music and dancing, and the many unforgettable moments she shared with her family and friends.

Gloria in her later years, began walking closer with God. From being baptized and going or watching her services online, to listening to her gospel music to give worship. Gloria also moved to North Carolina where she reached new friends and created more memories and lived close by other family members. She met her Boo thang CL as well in North Carolina and made a bond that remained to the day of her passing.

Gloria took pride in being a grandmother to her grandkids. She loved seeing them grow and play amongst each other. She loved watching them dance, speak, and use their imagination as kids do. She enjoyed spending time with all of her grandkids in any setting she could because to Gloria family was everything.

Buck was Preceded in death by her sister Wilma Barnes, brother William Sylvester Barnes Ill, her father William Sylvester Barnes Jr,, mother Maryetta P. Barnes, Nephew Marlyn William Barnes, Niece Veda Rochelle Barbee, great-nieces Journee Branch, and Madison Branch.

Gloria leaves behind to cherish her memories her three children, Wendell D. Patterson, Andre Patterson-jr, and Miracle M. Barnes. Thirteen grandkids, (Erica, Jordan, Xavier, Wendell-jr, Saniah, Day’shia, Amuri, Arionna, Ayden, Sameeha, Maliha, Malachi, and Massiah). Five Grand Grandkids, (Jaylen, Ryan, Jordyn, Kenlei, Naseer) Her siblings, (Patsy Jackson, Saundra Emerson, Louis Pearsall. Johnnie Pearsall, Marilyn Barnes, Cydney Barnes, and Toni Barnes) and a host of many other relatives, friends, and loved ones who will forever cherish her memory. Although she is no longer with us in body, her spirit, laughter, and love will remain in our hearts forever.

Rest peacefully, Gloria. Your dancing may have ended here on earth, but your beautiful spirit and smile will live on forever.

Gloria Barnes Funeral Service Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeyPCOEb6Ro