Libra Boyd of Gospel Music Fever informed TBGB that Bishop F.C. Barnes passed away this morning.

The patriarch of the Barnes Family, which includes quartet songster Luther Barnes, Bishop F.C. is perhaps best known for "Rough Side of the Mountain" but had remained very active in the gospel music community.  His work with Darrell Luster on the single, "God Is God (He Don't Change)," was a radio favorite last year.

TBGB sends condolences to the immediate and extended Barnes Family on its loss.