This obituary is from a collection of Wayne County obituaries: Herbert Stanley Barnum, 78, died July 11, 2002 at Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills.
Mr. Barnum, formerly a long-time resident of Farmington Hills, was born in Livonia on April 5, 1924. He was a member for many years of the First Baptist Church of Farmington. Mr. Barnum was recognized by his employer for his community service. His many activities included both the Lions Club and the Boy Scouts. He served as pack leader of Cub Scout Pack 395, scoutmaster of Troop 35, and also worked with Troops 230 and 389 (the Boy Scout Band).
Mr. Barnum is survived by his wife, Rose Elloeen; sons, Michael and Brian; daughters, Elyse and Cheryl; grandchildren, Maurice and Dominique; and great-grandchildren, Christine and Vanessa.