Barney Kittles Jr.

Barney “Debo” Kittles Jr., born November 27, 1984, in Brooklyn, New York, was a devoted son, father and brother whose family was central to his life. Known to loved ones by the affectionate nickname "Debo," Barney treasured time with family and the informal, everyday moments that tied them together.

Barney was the son of Annita Monroe. His family entrusted his local care to C. C. Carter Funeral Home with final care coordinated with Lawrence H. Woodward Funeral Home in Brooklyn. Those who knew him remember a man whose connections to family were deep; his life bridged Brooklyn and Newport News and centered on loyalty to those he loved.

In the days after his passing, family, friends and members of the community offered condolences and support to the Kittles and Monroe families. A funeral notice placed by the family welcomed the community’s thoughts and prayers as they made arrangements to honor him.

Barney’s life is remembered for the human ties he kept — the roles he filled quietly and surely as a son and parent. While the public record shares only select details, what is clear is that Barney mattered to those around him. Those who loved him knew him by his name, his presence, and the small acts that signaled how much he cared.

He will be held in the warm regard of family and friends who carry his memory forward. The family has asked for privacy and for continued thoughts and prayers as they grieve and make arrangements to celebrate Barney’s life.