Thomas John

Barnes

Thomas John Barnes, 71, of Ellington, MO passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at his residence.

Tom was born on April 17, 1951 to John Wesley and Doris Annabell (Brawley) Barnes in rural Reynolds County, Missouri.  He graduated from Ellington High School in 1969 and married his high school sweetheart Mary Cooper the same year.

He loved outdoor activities such as trail rides on horseback with Mary for several years and camping.  Tom likes collecting antique farm equipment and planting and watching his flowers grow.

Tom was a faithful servant of Jehovah's Witnesses in the Van Buren congregation.

He is survived by his wife, Mary, of the home; his daughter-in-law, Kathy Barnes of Ellington, MO; and two siblings, Robert (Donna) Barnes of Elkland, MO and Annabell Buford of Ellington, MO; and he will be missed by several nieces and nephews.

Tom was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Barnes; his parents; and two siblings, Jay Barnes and Tula Mae Hogan.

A private memorial service will be held for family and friends at a later date.

McSpadden Funeral Home in Ellington is in charge of arrangements.