Kenneth Barnes, 83, passed away Monday, Jan. 9, 2017. Memorials: Please donate to the Alzheimer's Association or to Acton United Methodist Church. Kenneth was born to Marcus and Jewel Barnes in Waxahachie on July 11, 1933. He left the farm to join the U.S. Navy in 1951 and was honorably discharged in 1959. Kenneth spent 35 years with the Fort Worth Fire Department, and 14 years as secretary-treasurer of the Firefighters Association. He served for 20 years as the Democratic Precinct chair in Tarrant County, and served a term as president of the Hood County Democrats. Kenneth was a member of Acton United Methodist Church. The family wishes to give a special thanks to all of the caregivers who helped Kenneth through his journey with Alzheimer's. Survivors: He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Brenda Barnes; sons, Keith and wife, Karen, and Kevin; grandson, Joshua; granddaughters, Amber, Crystal and Lindsey; eight great-grandchildren; along with other family and friends.