Larry Wendell Barnes

Larry was born on April 28, 1941 in Spring Creek, Tennessee, to the late Earon Sr. and Lucille Barnes. He was a faithful member of Northside Church. After graduating from high school in 1960, Larry began a long and dedicated career at McCowat-Mercer Packaging, where he worked faithfully for 44 years until his retirement in 1997.

Larry was known for his generous heart and giving nature, always willing to help others in any way he could. In his spare time, he found great joy in gardening and working in his yard. Above all else, Larry was a devoted father and an extraordinary grandfather. His three grandsons were the pride and joy of his life, and nothing brought him greater happiness than spending time with them. He cherished traveling with them, attending their sporting events, and being actively involved in their lives. He played a significant and loving role in raising them, leaving behind memories that will be treasured forever.

Larry is survived by his wife, Janice Wright Barnes; daughter, Christie Barnes Bradley (King, Jr.); three beloved grandsons, Brennan Lee Bradley of Dallas, Texas, Hayden Barnes Bradley of Jackson, Tennessee and River Braden Bradley of Medina, Tennessee; and one sister, Martha Jane Howell (Bill) of Spring Creek, Tennessee.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by a host of siblings: B.L. Barnes, Earon Barnes, Jr., Pauline Boles, Joanne Tourville, Travis Barnes, Bobbie Barnes, and Billy Barnes.

A service to celebrate the life of Larry Barnes will be held on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the North Chapel of George A. Smith and Sons. Burial will follow in Ridgecrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends beginning at 11 a.m., two hours prior to the service.