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1936
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2023
Shirley Barnhart Obituary
BARNHART, Shirley Oney, was born on May 13, 1936, in White Oak, Kentucky, to parents Alma and Dillard Oney, passed away on Good Friday, April 7, 2023. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and a former Glider queen in her youth; she was a beautiful soul who so many people loved. She is survived by daughters Monna Nickeson (Rick), and Theresa Topp (Tom); grandchildren, Tyler Topp (Sarah), Maleah Williams (Kevin), Emily McGrath (Sean), Takis Topp (Emily), Talli Bertke (Nick), and Tori Berry (Sean); great-grandchildren, Colin Williams, Callie McGrath, Isaac Williams, Sloane Topp, Caroline McGrath, Tucker Topp, and Bodi Bertke; and sister Judy Oney Roberts (Jack). Shirley was proceeded in death by husband James F. Barnhart and daughter Tamara Barnhart, sisters Dee Griffitts, Gene Finke, Vada Oney, brothers Gilbert Oney and Vern Oney. Shirley was the co-owner of O'Neys Salon for 20 years. She was loved, beyond measure, by her family. She was the shining light in our lives and taught us about love, kindness, and the true meaning of what love is by living her best life. She is not replaceable. She was a beautiful soul and will be sorely missed. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 14, 2023, with the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to www.tobiasfuneralhome.com
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Karen Minnich
April 11, 2023
Shirley was one of a kind special woman. So sweet and fun to be around. I worked for her for 14 years and she was always the same upbeat loving person all the time. She will be missed.
Tammy Houseman
April 11, 2023
Shirley was an amazing woman,never was she not smiling,l will treasure the memories of being apart of the O´ neys family,prayers and love to u all!
Katrina Oost
April 11, 2023
Such a great lady Thank you, Shirley, for taking me into your heart and home, with sincere unconditional love, which I sorely needed We always had a great time, and your generosity never wavered. Fly high Please give my love, and hugs, and kisses to Tami I love you all
Susie Waggoner
April 9, 2023
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