He was born on September 2, 1949 to the late Thomas Allen Barnard and Margaret Louise Johnson Barnard.
Survivors include his wife, Nellie Sue Brown Barnard of the home; daughter, Wendy Ann Pruitt and husband Jerry of Hickory; son, Mark Barnard and Orlando Warren of Newton; grandchildren, Brandi Zurcher, Perry Pruitt, Chelsea Gregory and husband Dylan; great grandchildren, Ansleigh Gregory, Delilah Gregory; special great grandson, Zadyn; and brother, Steven Barnard of Hickory.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.