Michael Allen Barnes

It is with deep sadness that the family of Michael Allen Barnes announces his passing on November 24, 2024, at the age of 83 due to unexpected surgery complications. Born on August 19, 1941, in San Diego, CA. Birth parents were Ima Ree & Charlie Chamness. He was adopted at age 8 by Ray and Bessie Barnes of Ferris, Texas.

Mike spent his school years in Ferris and Lancaster, Texas, where he met the love of his life, Dorothy Tuley, during his senior year. They married on August 1, 1959, and shared 65 years of love and memories. His family and friends cherished Mike, known for his kindness and devotion as a husband and father. He is deeply missed by Dorothy, their children Eric and Kelly, and Bruce, who welcomed him to his heavenly home. Their little dog, Harley, is also mourning his absence.

An avid outdoorsman, Mike loved fishing and hunting, cherishing trips to Beeville, Fayetteville and Alaska, eagerly anticipating each adventure. He earned a B.S. in Geology with minors in math and biology from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1967, supported by a major oil company scholarship his senior year. He began his career with Texaco in Houston, where he worked in the oil and gas industry, holding several VP positions at a number of other companies in Houston. He was a member of numerous professional affiliations. Even in retirement, he continued working on his “Hackberry” project and was proud to be a Certified Professional Geologist.

Mike is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son Eric; daughter Kelly; brothers Bill Palmer & Helena; Montey & Lauretta Chamness; sister Dana Gately; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Garden Oaks Funeral Home, 13430 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77083, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to 2806 S. Blue Meadow Cir., Sugar Land, TX 77479 or if you wish flowers may be delivered to Garden Oaks Funeral Home by 9:00 a.m. on December 10.