He was a retired logger for Jones Logging and of the Pentecostal Faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Ward, L. B. and Boots Barnett, and two sisters, Louise Barnett and Helen Joy Barnett.
Survivors include his wife, Shiela Quinn Barnett of Monticello; four sons, Bobby Barnett of Aurora, MO, Richard Boysen and Boyd Noles both of Monticello and Ricky Noles of Dumas; two daughters, Judy Barnett Sandlin of Dermott and Luckette Barnett McMahon of Casper, WY; four brothers, Collins Barnett, Eddie Lee Barnett, Robert Ward Barnett and Larry Joe Barnett, all of Monticello; five sisters, Betty Wiebenga, Linda Judkins, Virginia Hill, Rita Faye Nelson and Barbara Gail Barnett, all of Monticello; seventeen grandchildren, twenty five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Friday, May 22, 0215 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial in Rash Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(7)
Lila
Hot Spring, AR Saturday, May 30, 2015 We are so terribly sorry for your loss.Julia mcCoy
monticello, AR Tuesday, May 26, 2015 Robert truly was an awesome man. He treated my children like his own family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He was a great addition to anyone's friend list. All little children loved their"Paw". For his kindness to others he will be greatly missed by many people. To his family I am truly sorry for your loss.kc
Fort Worth, TX Saturday, May 23, 2015 Sheila,Dickey,Boyd,Ricky,Im sorry to hear about Robert.He was a good man and was always polite and kind.I remember the beautiful garden he always had on E.Woods street.He made the best chili I've ever had! I still tell everyone how good it was! Robert and Sheila are really good people and always treated me as one of their kids and I wont ever forget that.Ricky and Boyd were my best friends and we had the greatest respect for Robert,he was always there to help us with anything and everything.He wont ever be forgotten.Rest in peace Robert and thanks for always being there!Stanley Browder
elgin, TX Saturday, May 23, 2015 I am very sad to hear of Robert's death. My prayers are for all the Barnett family.mike and debra sandlin
dumas, AR Thursday, May 21, 2015 Prayers for your familyBettyLou Hammock Pymn
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 20, 2015 I'm so sorry to here the passing of Uncle Robert. Sending prayers for all family members. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed.Amy Noles
horseshoe lake, AR Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Love u maw. We will miss paw daily.