Donald Ray Barnes, a 51-year-old male, was fatally shot in New Orleans on Sunday, May 16, 2010. His death was the result of gun violence, though specific details regarding the circumstances of the shooting, including the precise location, have not been made public in available online sources.
Known affectionately as 'Paw Paw,' Barnes was a beloved family man. At the time of his death, he was married to Gail Peterson Barnes.
He was a father to Chaderick Coleman, Sr., Derrick Barnes, and Brennan Barnes, and a stepfather to Enel Wise-Mitchell and Elan Wise Burton. He was also a cherished grandfather and a central figure in his large extended family, which included numerous siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Following his death, funeral services were held to honor his memory. To date, information regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the shooting of Donald Ray Barnes has not been available in online sources. The investigation into his death remains unresolved based on the information that has been made public.
