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In Loving Memory
Jimmy Graham Barnes, Sr.
6/8/1943
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3/5/2010
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Mr. Jimmy Graham Barnes, Sr.
Mulhearn Funeral Home
West Monroe, Louisiana
Funeral Services for Mr. Jimmy Graham Barnes, Sr., 66, of West Monroe, LA will be 3:00 PM Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Clark Springs Baptist Church, Highway 546, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mickey Hudnall officiating. Interment will follow at Clark Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Barnes was born June 8, 1943 in Delhi, LA and passed away along with his special dog, Ripper, on March 5, 2010 in Monroe, LA. He served in the United States Air Force during Vietnam. Mr. Barnes was an active member of Clark Springs Baptist Church and enjoyed helping others in the community. He retired from General Motors after 30 years. Mr. Barnes served as Ouachita Parish Constable, Ward 7, for 12 years and was also a Deputy Marshal for the City of West Monroe for 22 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Florence Barnes.
He was a loving husband, an outstanding father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Mr. Barnes enjoyed hunting and fishing with his grandsons, leather working, was an active member of the NRA. He especially loved traveling with his wife. Mr. Barnes also enjoyed spending time with his dog, Ripper, whether at home or traveling.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Myrna Kay Norton Barnes; children, Thomas Lee Bont, Jr. and wife, Angela of Hickory Creek, TX, Jimmy Graham Barnes, Jr. of West Monroe, LA, Cheryl Ann Barnes Hogue and husband Kenny of Springdale, AR, Cyndia Kay Bont of Corinth, TX, Dawn Marie Bont Hodges of West Monroe, LA, Tracie Lynn Barnes Lenard and husband Phillip of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Brandy Brown, Jonathon Bont, Megan Barnes, Kirsten Barnes, Skylar Barnes, Katie Hogue, Nicki Hogue, Jacob Hogue, Morgan Bont, P. J. Hodges, Heather Hodges, Ronnie Lenard, Jesse Lenard, Brian Lenard, Jim Clark, Brittney Clark; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Ernestine Covington and Ricky Lancaster and her husband Wallace; special daughter-in-law, Shelley Sawyer Barnes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Pallbearers will be Thomas L. Bont, Jr., Jimmy G. Barnes, Jr., Bruce Covington, Ray Miller, Pete McClusky, and Larry Shepleman. Honorary Pallbearers will be his grandsons and Matt Maddox.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Monday, March 8, 2010 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
A second visitation will be 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Clark Springs Baptist Church in West Monroe.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
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Online Condolences
From:
Mona & Larry Gathright
Holiday Island
Relationship:
friend
Myrna & family,
Larry & I are so saddened to learn of Jim's passing. Just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mona
Sent:
3/6/2010
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From:
Michael and Pam Rachal
Alexandria
Relationship:
Cousin
We were very sad to hear of Jimmy's sudden passing. He will be missed by many. Know that our thoughts and prayers will be with each of you in the days and weeks ahead.
Sent:
3/6/2010
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From:
George Luther
West Monroe
Relationship:
Friend
Jim was my dear friend and former co-worker. My wife, Suzanne and I extend our sympathy to his wife, Myrna and his family.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Scott Datema
Comstock Park
Relationship:
Nephew
Jan and I are so sorry to hear about Uncle Jim. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Tom, Cindy, Dawn, Tracie and all of their families during this time of sorrow. God bless all of you.
Love,
Scott
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Lisa DeBlieux
Marshall
Relationship:
Friend
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim will be missed very much.
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3/7/2010
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From:
Maurice Powell
West Monroe
Relationship:
Church Member Friend
Betty and I were so saddened at the loss of this good man. He always had a smile and friendly greeting when we would meet. I will miss seeing him in church and I know he will be missed by a family that he loved very much. His love for them was so obvious when they were seen together. Myrna, May God continue to bless you and your family in the days ahead.
Maurice and Betty Powell
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Perri Byrd
Waskom
Relationship:
Friend/ Co- Worker
Jimmy you will be truly missed by all. You were a wonderful man to work with. You will be up in heaven looking down on us saying I am in a much better place. We will all have a G.M. family reunion in heaven 1 day.Till we see you again. Perri Byrd and family
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3/7/2010
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From:
Butch Valentine
West Monroe
Relationship:
Friend and co-worker
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3/7/2010
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From:
Jim Cook
Scottsville
Relationship:
Friend
To the Barnes family, truly sorry for your loss. It was a blessing knowing Jim and will always remember his ever present smile.
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3/7/2010
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From:
Melissa Kimmerling
Relationship:
Great-niece
To Aunt Myrna & family, please know that you are in my prayers during this time. Uncle Jim was a great man with a golden heart. I pray that God will help you through this time of sorrow. I love you all very much.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Mack Maza
West Monroe
Relationship:
Friend & Co-Worker
A special friend will truly be missed. The family of Jim Barnes have our prayers held high in our hearts.
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3/7/2010
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From:
Ruben Midyett
Monroe
Relationship:
co-worker
Myrna and family, I was sorry to hear about the loss of Jim. I will remember Jim as a person with laughter, a good listener and an all around good person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Reba Martin Woods
Springhill
Relationship:
Aunt
Jimmy, Kirsten, Megan and Skylar
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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3/7/2010
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From:
Don Perry
Monroe
Relationship:
Friend/co-worker
Myrna, may heart goes out to you and your family during this time of such a great loss. May God's comfort and blessing be on you in this difficult time.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
John Copes
West Monroe
Relationship:
Friend
Myrna, I am so sorry to hear about this. Jim was a special individual. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Robert Ernst
Punta Gorda
Relationship:
Friend and co-worker
Myrna and family, My thoughts are with you in this trying time. Jim was a true friend to me whether times were good or bad, he will be deeply missed. A man with a true passion for life and who always put family first.
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
B.J. Harris
Southaven
Relationship:
Friend
Myrna and family,
So sprry to read of Jim's passing.My prayers for comfort are with you.Jim was truly one of the good guys
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Jessica zuber
downsville
Relationship:
friend
Dear Tracie and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am praying for you and your family for him to hold you and give you peace in your time of need. If you need anything just let me know.
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Ralph D. Holley
Marion
Relationship:
Co-Worker
The rest of my family and I hold you dearly in our prayers. May God give you strength and continue to bless you and keep you.
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
vicki &carl afton
bailey
Relationship:
niece
aunt myrna, tommy, jimmy, cindy dawn, tracy.
i am so saddened at the loss of uncle jim. he was the best and sweetest uncle a person could have. his hugs were the greatest. i will always remember him as the warmest man and the most comforting to be around. i know he is in heaven watching the ones he loves.
i will miss him greatly. may god bless him and hold him closely. vicki
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Rich & Thelma Boersen
Shelbyville
Relationship:
Friends
Myrna and family are thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of your loss.
Sent:
3/10/2010
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