Larry Barnes, 75, of Columbia, MO passed away Friday, February 20, 2026, at his home. Visitation will be Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 10-11am at Memorial Funeral Home 1217 Business Loop 70 West Columbia, MO. Funeral service will begin at 11am, followed by committal service with Military Honors in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Larry was born May 16, 1950, in Columbia to William Floyd Barnes and Ruth Hendricks. He was a 1968 graduate of Hickman High School. Larry joined the US Air Force and served for four years from 1971-1975. He worked several jobs after his discharge from the Airforce: most recently with the local Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola. He worked with his brother on the family farm raising cattle and row crops. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed gardening and giving away his vegetables, he enjoyed watching sports and old westerns, and collected model tractors.
Larry is survived by his brother, Kenneth Barnes of Columbia; and sisters, June Conley and Doris Bundy of Columbia; nephews, Brent (Kay) Conley of Carnation, WA and Kevin Conley of Columbia; and a niece, Diane (Ryan) Hargrave of Maryville, MO. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Barnes, a niece, Carol Conley and his parents.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Condolences and fond memories can be shared at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com
