Loriston L Barnes, Jr.
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ATHOL- Loriston L. Barnes, Jr., 89, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at home. He was born in Athol on October 30, 1931, son of the late Loriston L. and Lydia (Graves) Barnes. He lived in Athol all of his life, attending Athol High School and graduating with the class of 1948. He worked as an electrician with his father for many years. Also worked for Union Twist Drill for 17 years as well as working with several area electricians. Active Mason for over 40 years first joining the Athol Lodge-Past Master, Past Master of Star-Athol Lodge (now North Quabbin Lodge), Past District Deputy Grand Master, Past High Priest of Union Chapter, Past District Deputy Grand High Priest, Past Illustrious Master of Harris Counsel, Past commander of Athol-Orange Commandery # 37, Past Grand Warden of the Grand Commandery of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He was a member of the knights of York Cross Honor, Past Worthy Patron Themis Chapter # 30 Order of Eastern Star and also member of Scottish Rite Bodies. He was an avid sportsman, gun collector, shooting and hunting, member of the Orange Gun Club as well as a former member of other area gun clubs. At Loriston's request no services are planned. To leave an online condolence please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com Higgins O'Connor Funeral Home, 146 Main Street, Athol is assisting the family with arrangements.