Michael Barney

Michael Barney, 50, of Grand Beach, Maine passed away quietly at home Wednesday evening July 28, 2021, after a long battle with brain cancer.

He was the beloved son of William and Gail (Putnam) Barney, of Grand Beach, Maine and Palm Harbor, Florida, brother of Cathryn (Peter) Toohey of Grand Beach, Maine, and father of two sons Christopher Michael Barney of Grand Beach, Maine and William James Barney of Cheshire, Connecticut.

Michael was born on November 13, 1970 in Meriden, Connecticut and lived in the neighboring town of Cheshire and attended Cheshire High School. He was employed by Cheshire Veterinary Hospital and American Carpet in West Haven, before retiring to Grand Beach.

He was predeceased by his fraternal and maternal grandparents on both sides of the family and by his uncle David W. Putnam.

He is survived by his parents, his sons and his sister. He also leaves behind his uncle Stephen Putnam, his aunt Pat Putnam, his aunt Yvette Putnam, a niece Mae Emmaline Toohey, a nephew Wyatt Toohey and numerous cousins.

Most importantly, Michael made many friends throughout his life with his kind and loving heart and with his wonderful sense of humor and infectious smile. He will be sadly missed.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at St. Margaret Church, 6 Saco Avenue, Old Orchard Beach. Burial will be private at a later date. To view Michael's memorial page or leave an online condolence, please visit www.cotefuneralhome.com

The family would like to thank Christine Lu-Emerson, MD and Sam Gagnon, PAC, for their tireless efforts directed toward helping Michael  enjoy quality of life throughout his struggle with the illness. We are most grateful to Hospice of Southern Maine, making it possible for us to keep Michael home these last several weeks. Michael referred to his care team as his Angels.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Southern Maine, 390 US Route 1, Scarborough, ME.   04074