About Bob Barnes
Lived 1913 – 1970 (aged 56–57). Bob Barnes was an American cartoonist.
Personal life
His wife, Ruth, collaborated with him on his work, and took over writing The Better Half upon his demise.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Barnes?
1913-1970 cartoonist
When was Bob Barnes born?
Bob Barnes was born on 8 March 1913 in Portland.
When did Bob Barnes die?
Bob Barnes died in 1970 in Carmel Valley Village.
What was Bob Barnes's occupation?
Bob Barnes was a cartoonist.
What nationality was Bob Barnes?
Bob Barnes was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Barnes (cartoonist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Barnes. https://biography.guide/bob-barnes/
MLA: "Bob Barnes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-barnes/.
Chicago: "Bob Barnes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-barnes/.
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