Jackson, NC- Donald Wayne Barrett, 78 passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024.  Donald was born on December 29, 1945 in Northampton County, North Carolina, son of the late Randolph and Gracie Barrett.

Donald loved farming, riding horses, and the great outdoors, but what he loved most was his family.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 44 years, Elizabeth Barret of the home; daughter, Kriston and her husband, Phillip Briggs, along with beloved grandson, Dylan Briggs, all of Rocky Mount; brothers, Billy, Douglas, and David Barrett; sister, Alice and her husband, Matt Ransom, along with many nieces and nephews and countless friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Jackson United Methodist Church, 206 Thomas Bragg Drive, Jackson, North Carolina, with Minister Sam Crest officiating.

The family will receive friends on Friday from 6:00-8:00 PM at Askew Funeral and Cremation Services, Jackson Chapel, 313 East Jefferson Street, Jackson, North Carolina 27845.