Matthew Barncard

Matthew Barncard Obituary

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Age - 37

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September 12, 2023

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Lansing, MI

Matthew John Barncard, age 37, of Lansing, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. grlansing. com for the Barncard family.

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