He was a retired department manager with Burlington Industries with 43 years of service. Mr. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He was loved very much by all of his former Burlington Industries employees. He was a member of Second Baptist Church for 60 years where he served as a Deacon for many years, taught the Men's Sunday School class for many years and also served on various church committees. He was also preceded in death by a son, Joe Ed Barnes and a daughter-in-law, Niki Barnes.
Survivors include his wife, Mavis Worbington Barnes of Monticello; one son, Richard Barnes of Monticello; one daughter, Karen Barnes of Little Rock; a daughter-in-law, Barbara Barnes of Monticello; three sisters, Janet Lawton of Russellville, Margaret Ann Graves of Monticello and Bernice Waldrip of Forney, TX; one grandson, Josh Barnes of Monticello; two granddaughters, Jade Beer and husband, Jason of Monticello and Jessica Storm and husband John of Monroe, LA; five great grandchildren, Simon, Sydney, John Michael, Charlee and Macee.
Condolences(27)
Jennifer Groves Stone
Star City, AR Monday, August 25, 2014 Mes. Mavis,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God wrap his arms around your family a comfort them during this difficult time. All my love,Jennifer
Steve Karnes
Monitcello, AR Sunday, August 24, 2014 My thoughts and Prayers go out to all the family.linda funderburg
monticello, AR Saturday, August 23, 2014 my condolence to the barnes familyJimmy Hales
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 23, 2014 So sorry to hear this , he was good man taught me in Sunday school when I young , prayers to the family.Reg and verna Conway
Waldron, AR Saturday, August 23, 2014 Mavis and family was so sorry to hear about Bill you will be in our PrayersCarole (Doss) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Friday, August 22, 2014 Margaret Ann and the entire family,I was so saddened to hear of Billy's passing and yet happy to know that he has reached the end of that journey which he has always strived for. The Barnes and Worbington families have my deepest sympathy at this time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love to you all,
Carole (Doss) Rushing
reg verna conway
waldron, AR Friday, August 22, 2014 Mavis was so very sad to hear about Bill you and your family will be in our prayersLarry & Bea Tucker
Wilmar, AR Friday, August 22, 2014 Mavis, Richard and Karen,I know your hearts are broken and only time will heal the hurt. I know you take comfort in knowing that your loved one is in the presence of the Lord. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around each of you and give you strength now and the days ahead as you continue on without Mr. Bill.
Josh & Angie Frost
Savannah, GA Thursday, August 21, 2014 Mrs. Mavis and family: So sorry for your loss. Bro. Bill was one of the finest men I've ever known and my memories of the many years I was a member of Second Baptist, always have him in them. Such a great man of God and such a mentor and example for many. Prayers for you all during this difficult time.Trudy, Alan & Justin Carrington
Rowlett, TX Thursday, August 21, 2014 Dearest Karen, Richard and family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Even though I cannot be with you, please know that you are in my heart. Your dad was a wonderful man and I know he will be missed dearly. I pray that God will comfort you in this time. Sending all my love and prayers.
Trudy
Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Thursday, August 21, 2014 Mavis & Family, I am so sorry to read about Bill's death. He was a wonderful man and I know he will be truly missed. You all are in my prayers. With love & sympathy, Janice (Gladden) WiggamKenny Wiscaver
Monticello, Ark., AR Thursday, August 21, 2014 Rest in Peace for one of the finest men we've every known on every level. Mavis, Karen and Richard, please know that you are in thoughts and prayers.Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Thursday, August 21, 2014 Mavis and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Thursday, August 21, 2014 Dear Mavis & Family,I am so sad to hear of your loss. Please know that you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sharon
James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 21, 2014 Mavis and FamilyOur love and prayers go out to you at this sad time.
James and Kathy
Alvin and Irma james
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 To the family :So sorry to hear of Bill. Always enjoyed visiting with him. Know our thoughts and prayers are with each of.Barbara Burks McElroy
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Bro. Bill will be missed but I know where he is. Ernest loved Bro. Bill and Mavis also. I know that the both of them are having a great time right now. Mavis and family you are in my prayers.Ralph & Teressa Hunter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Praying for you and your family.Carl and Martha Carlson
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Mrs. Mavis, Richard, KB, Jessica Jade and Josh....we are praying for comfort and for your minds and hearts to anchor on the wonderful memories of your beloved family member. We loved him, admired him, respected him as a role model and as the very definition of a good and Godly man...and a true sports fan too! He has set such a wonderful example for your family for you and many generations to come. We will see you soon and have hugs in all your sizes. Love, Martha and CarlPAUL & MARY MCHAN
COLUMBIA, TN Wednesday, August 20, 2014 MAVIS AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IT WON'T BE LONG UNTILL WE MEET HIM, LOVE AND PRAYERSLinda D. Barnes
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 I worked with Mr. Bill at Burlington & he was a delight to work with. He was always in a very good mood & very cooperative. He always had a smile and cheerful "Hi" when he saw you.edith barnes pipes
warren, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 sorry to hear about your loss praying for you and your family. he is in gods hand now no more pain.Sarah Blackmon
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May God's grace be with you all.Walter & Norma Chapman
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Dear Mavis and Family, So sorry to hear of Billy's passing. We pray that you and yours will be comforted by the Great Creator of this universe whose definition is Love.Beverly Flemister Lloyd
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Karen, Richard and Mavis,I love you guys and plan to see you all at visitation. Karen, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad, but you and I know where he is right now. I'm not always good with words, but I can't wait to see you. I love you all and am praying for comfort from God.
James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I know that he was greeted by Miss Sally & Mr. Ed as he entered Heaven. Remember the good times and know that you will see him again. Know that others are remembering you in prayer at this time. RIPKay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2014 We are so sorry at the loss of our brother-in-law, but we know he is now in the presence of the Lord. Our love and prayers are with Mavis, Karen, Richard and the grandchildren.Kenny & Kay