Paul James Barrette
May 19, 1940 -
October 14, 2026
Paul James Barrette, 86, of Kenosha passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Brookside Care Center. Paul was born on May 19, 1940, to the late Lawrence 'Mickey' and Helen Barrette. He grew up in Lake Linden, Michigan (the U.P.).
On June 18, 1960, he married Clina Bezotte and had six boys, Jerry, John, Paul, Pat, Jim, and Joe. Clina and Paul later separated.
On June 7, 1980, he later married Shirley Gregory and she brought four stepchildren with her, Debbie, Tamara, Dogan, and Tracy.
In his early days, he graduated from Lake Linden High School where he excelled at football and basketball and loved to hunt and fish.
He moved to Kenosha in 1960 to work at American Motors where he worked for 11 years before joining the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department. He retired as a lieutenant at the age of 55 where he earned a great deal of respect for his compassion while enforcing the law.
Paul had a great sense of humor and was a great story teller. He loved watching football on Sundays with his kids. He was an avid Bears fan. Paul and Shirley enjoyed going to casinos and playing the slot machines. They also loved visiting with family and friends, and would sit at the kitchen table drinking coffee, playing games, or just talking for hours.
Paul is survived by his children, Jerry Barrette, John (Karen) Barrette, Patrick (Dianne) Barrette, Jim (Sherri) Barrette and Joe (Tammy) Barrette; his daughter-in-law, Linda Barrette; his siblings, Jim, Judy, Linda and Mary; his 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Helen Barrette; his wife, Shirley Barrette; his brother, Lawrence Barrette; his son, Paul Barrette and his granddaughter, Jenna Barrette.
Paul was a wonderful, loving husband, father, and grandfather and he will be greatly missed.
A special thanks to the staff of Brookside Care Center for the compassionate and excellent care they provided to Paul.
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Ashley ByykkonenPosted on:
October 27, 2026Uncle Paul was always so kind and so fun. A big teddy bear with a great heart! He will be missed. Sending love to the whole family!
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October 27, 2026Paul was a wonderful guy. When they were starting their family I went to Kenosha to assist with the family. It was a very precious time in my life. Paul was always respectful and charming. I will always have love.in my heart for him and his wonderful sons and their R family. RIP.
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Anthony Clark Jr.Posted on:
October 26, 2026Letter of Condolence: 2 Timothy 4:7-8 King James Version (KJV) 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. “Earth has no sorrow that heaven can’t heal” “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8) To the family of Paul James Barrette, I send my deepest sympathy in this difficult time. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, a good person and but also a good friend to everyone. Mr. Paul was a good person in his own special way, he share a lot of love to everyone he came in contact. He definitely, was a blessing to everyone always, which he was truly called a friend in deed. He was loved dearly by family, and friends. He was well known in the community. He also enjoyed family time. Gone to soon… but not forgotten. He transition home to glory, where he received his wings, he definitely will be missed, to all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughter- in-law, his siblings, nieces, and nephews, cousins, and the rest of the whole family, and friends. “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” (Psalm 30: 5) Rest in peace Mr. Paul; you’re now resting in the arms of Jesus. May God bless, strengthen and keep this family in perfect peace. Sincerely,
Brother Anthony Clark Jr. A member of (GPT) Greater Pentecostal Temple (KCK) under the leadership of Pastor Emeritus Bishop Dr. Marvin E. Donaldson, Assistant Pastor: Suffragan Bishop Elder Tommie Hughes, and Lady Jacqueline Hughes
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Patrick and Dawn BrownPosted on:
October 24, 2026Sorry for your loss. Praying for family peace and God speed.
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ChristiPosted on:
October 23, 2026I always enjoyed spending time with my uncle! He was thoughtful, kind, had a great sense of humor, and gave the best hugs! So many great memories!
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Max SteplykPosted on:
October 22, 2026My condolences to the Barrette's. RIP Paul.
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October 22, 2026Love & Prayers from your sister, Linda..We love you, Paul! You will be missed. Lots of good memories.
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Claudy SmithPosted on:
October 21, 2026Paul was a wonderful man. He took good care of my sister and family. He will be missed.
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Judy ( Barrette)ByykkonenPosted on:
October 21, 2026That picture hurts my heart, but its a good one. We will forever miss that twinkle in the eye with a tad of mischief in his smile. He was a beloved big brother . You all remain in my thoughts and prayers.
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Mary SchmittPosted on:
October 21, 2026Love you big bro! From your baby sister Mary! Nothing but good memories..Rest in Perfect Peace. God's Peace to all who loved Paul, especially his kids & grandkids..🙏💖
