He was a retired farmer and of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters, Mattie Adcock, Beatrice Huff, Erla Mae Langston, Brooksie Bostian and Annie Lee Lytle.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Miller Barnett of Dermott; one son, Jeriamy Lefay Barnett and wife Heather of Ft. Polk, LA; three daughters, Carla Miller and husband David of Warren, Carol Graham of Halley and son in law Ray Graham of Portland and Sheila Prescott and husband L. D. of Portland; three brothers, Carl Barnett of McGehee, Huey Barnett of Monticello and Dale Barnett of Indianola, MS; two sisters, Virginia Akines of McGehee and Mary LaCotts of Watson; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Rash Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 pm Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(9)
Gwendolyn Young Jolin and Sons
Buchanan, VA Tuesday, March 8, 2016 Dearest Shirley and family,My deepest sympathies for the loss of Fay. He was a kind gentleman and always good to our family. He is resting with God now and will watch over you from Heaven. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Josh Troy
McComb, MS Thursday, February 11, 2016 Sheila,I've known you almost 10 years. You're without a doubt the closest friend I've ever had. There's not even a close second. I love you and I'm not ashamed to say it. You may not be blood, but you're family to me. You're like my big sister and your three kids are like nieces and nephews. We talk, laugh, cry and even fight like family. You've welcomed me into your home like one of you. I've slept under your roof many nights, eaten countless meals at your table and you've treated me like everyone else on family occasions. You've tolerated my flaws in ways no other friend or even blood relative ever would. I could never repay you for any of that. I can only hope you understand my sincere appreciation.
When you told me how glad you were I came yesterday, I said, "That's the least I can do." After all you've done for me, coming to let you know I was thinking of you and provide you support was an extremely minor gesture. Remember in 2010 when I was a wreck for reasons I won't get into up here? You invited me to stay with your family that weekend. I was not any fun, no matter how hard I tried to put my problems aside for a couple of days. I was deeply depressed and trying to get out of my bad situation. I did manage to turn things around and my life is a whole lot better more than five years later. I'd like to think that gesture of opening your home to me and spending time with me made a difference. Obviously, I haven't forgotten it and won't forget it. I won't forget that we became friends when I had some bad experiences I won't get into up here.
Now you're the one grieving. I know you loved your dad and how much family means to you. He'll always be a part of you. I really haven't known what to say to fully show you how much I love you and am here for you. That's why I thought I'd post here in the guestbook. I don't expect to take your pain away. For whatever it's worth, it was a nice service and painted a picture of the good man your dad was. I do want you to know I'm here for you to grieve, listen, laugh, cry or anything else with you. That's now and for the rest of our lives.
Josh
James Wright
, AR Thursday, February 11, 2016 Remembering your family in prayer during this most difficult time!John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Monday, February 8, 2016 You are all in our thoughts & prayers during the difficult days ahead. Forever in your heart.Love,
John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake, & Jared
James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Monday, February 8, 2016 Barnett FamilyWe are so sad over the loss of our good friend Houston. He worked for James for 17 years. He was a hard faithful worker
pam Hoskins
Banks, AR Sunday, February 7, 2016 Dear FamilyMy thoughts and prayers are with you
Bro. & Sis. Barnes
McGehee,, AR Sunday, February 7, 2016 Mrs. Virginia & all the Family of Mr. Houston Barnett. So sorry about your loss our prayers are with the family.Delbert and Candy Sizemore
Dermott, AR Saturday, February 6, 2016 The incredible Houston....such a fine man. He loved my Daddy, Chester H. Newton and my Daddy loved him. Such a hard working man and friend to all. We will miss you. Prayers to the family. Much love, Delbert and Candy SizemoreNorma (Barnett) Petty
Aurora, MO Friday, February 5, 2016 So sorry for your loss. He was one of my favorite of Roberts cousins. Just know he is not in pain and will see his family that have gone on before. Our prayers are with all God Bless Norma Petty and Bobby Barnett