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Kelly Barnes Obituary

Kelly Lynn Barnes Portland Age 34, loving wife, mother, daughter and sister passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2009. She was born on April 21, 1975 in Lansing the daughter of Richard and Shirley (Bachelder) Teachout. Kelly was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. She owned and operated Salon Jabez in Portland and was also an educator for Rusk. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Gary Barnes. Surviving are her husband of 13 years, Greg Barnes; children, Rikki, Dominic, and Vincent; parents, Rick and Shirley Teachout of Portland; mother-in-law, Marcia Barnes of Portland; brother, Chad (Mary) Teachout of Portland; sister-in-law, Sheri (Russell) Smith of Lyons; nieces and nephews, Nicole and Jeremy Teachout and Tyler and Emily Smith. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with the Rev. Larry King, presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at Portland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, Portland from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. A rosary will be prayed at 3 pm. with a scriptural wake service held at 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Rikki, Dominic, and Vincent Barnes Education Fund, in memory of Mrs. Kelly Lynn Barnes. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Oct. 5, 2009.

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Cheri Struble

October 8, 2009

To Greg and their children and family and friends...My heart breaks for all of you at this horrible time. No words can comfort or explain why such aweful things happen. The pain will be long , hard and everlasting over your loss. Though I didnt really know kelly but from school, I can see that she is terribly loved and will be missed by so many...my prayers are with you all
Cheri (Davis) Struble

Dianna Felch McCrumb

October 7, 2009

Rick and Shirley, I am very sorry to hear of the loss, of your beautiful daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her family during this difficult time.

Jordi Torner

October 7, 2009

Greg, we are all very sorry and give you our condolences. You must be strong now and work for Rikki, Dominic and Vincent.

Lori Stornant

October 7, 2009

Shirley,

So very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through your most difficult time. Another beautiful angel in heaven......

Salon 35

October 6, 2009

We are so sad to hear of your loss. Kelly was a wonderful person and our favorite educator. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Nancy Wood

October 6, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Kelly and at a loss about what to say. I know there are no words to adequately comfort you. Many prayers are being said for you and Kelly.

Craig & Sheri Cooper

October 5, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Melissa Torp

October 5, 2009

My family and I are so saddened by the loss of Kelly. My children are very good friends of Rikki and Dominic. Our children have spent a lot of time at each others house, and Kelly was always so nice to us. She always included my girls in whatever activities they were doing. I will never forget the kindness she has shown my children and can only hope to repay even some of her generosity. Our love and prayers to Greg, Rikki, Dominic, Vincent and their immediate family and friends. Please feel free to call on us for anything you may need.

Kathy Orange

October 5, 2009

To all of Kelly's family, I met Kelly in beauty school at Chic University. Lisa and Kelly quickly became good friends of mine. We had so many great memories together. She was such a special person. She had such a great heart. I will always remember her. I am so sorry that you are all going through so much pain. Praying for you all.

Mary Simmons

October 5, 2009

Kelly was such a great part of our lives it was like she was a sister to us all! You just had to smile when you were around her because thats how she made you feel! God bless you in Heaven! love Mary Simmons

Robert Troub

October 5, 2009

My daughters Courtney & Andrea knew Kelly, and my grandson Devin Wilson is a good friend of Dominic's. While I do not know your family personally, I feel like I do.... I am heart broken over your loss. I wish you peace and hopefully, some understanding in the coming days.

Dayna Gustafson

October 5, 2009

Kelly's beautiful spirit will always be remembered and remain close to our hearts. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to you. May God fill your hearts with peace and His love bring comfort to you during this time of absolute heartbreak.

your cousin, Dolores (Green) Schick

October 5, 2009

I'm so sorry about Kelly. I can't imagine what you must be going through. may God help you through this tough time and with your new baby son.

Tari Craig-Hetherington

October 5, 2009

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends.

Kim Fedewa

October 5, 2009

I'll always remember Kelly's beautiful smile and how her eyes always lit up when she saw you. She was the happiest person I know - always full of energy and kind words. I'll miss seeing her drive her yellow bug convertible around town and running into her at the grocery store or a restaurant. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. She will definitely be missed by many. Take care and God be with you during this difficult time.

October 5, 2009

I Love you Kelly, I always will. We had soooo many great memories! I will NEVER forget you!!! May God bless your family & your precious babies!!!! Goodbye for now Kel. XO
Angie (Shepard) Seiler & Family

Lisa Keusch

October 5, 2009

We will all miss Kelly's sweet smile and kindness to everyone. Know that she is in a wonderful place now. Our hearts go out to her family and friends at this time of deep sorrow. Our prayers are with you.

October 5, 2009

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I remember seeing Kelly at different school functions. She was always smiling & happy. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Annette (Hiar) Schafer

Christina Ingraham

October 5, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to Kelly's family. God bless you all.

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