Randy Elwood Barnum

Randy Elwood Barnum, age 70, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away October 7, 2025.

Randy was born on April 10, 1955, the son of Roger Lee Barnum and Ailene (Frantz) Sparks. He grew up in the area and was a proud 1973 graduate of Lakewood High School. He dedicated four decades of his life to Flexfab, retiring in 2019 after a long and fruitful career.

Outside of work, Randy had several passions. He was an avid music enthusiast, enjoyed the thrill of metal detecting, and loved following sports.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger Barnum and Ailene Sparks of Belding, Michigan.

Randy is survived by his siblings, Mike Barnum, Patricia Locke, Robert (Josephine) Barnum, and Mariann (Paul) Salvador. He will also be missed by his nieces and nephews, David, Darrell, Chris, and Courtney.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway; Hastings, MI 49058. Memorial Contributions in memory of Randy can be made to Disabled American Veterans ( https://www.dav.org/ (Donate) or St. Judes Childrens Hospital ( https://www.stjude.org/donate/ ). Arrangements are being handled by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.