William-Barnes-Obituary

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William "Dennis" Barnes

Apr 14, 1954 - Jan 21, 2026

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So sorry for what you went through Denny. I wish I could have seen you more often. Rest in Peace, I know you are having quite a reunion with our relatives in Heaven!
Sending prayers and hugs for Anna, Glenda the kids and grandkids.

So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.

We have you in our prayers I am so sorry for your loss

Obituary

William's Obituary

William “Dennis” Barnes, age 71 of the Goodwater area of Pulaski County, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Jean Waddle Care Center.  Dennis was born on April 14, 1954 In Pulaski County, KY, the son of George Barnes and Christine Wright Barnes.  Dennis worked as a coal miner for Ikerd and Bandy for 38 years. Dennis attended Clifty Grove Baptist Church and he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Glenda Creech Barnes of Goodwater; two sons, William “Bill” Barnes of Clay City, KY and Brian D. Barnes (Misty) of Goodwater; ten grandchildren, Destiny McWain, Danielle Calhoun, Katie Creech, Chase Barnes, Ava Barnes, Sophie Barnes, Locklin Barnes, Robert Delaney, Matthew Delaney and Grace Delaney; two brothers, George Barnes and Glenn Barnes, both of Pulaski County; one sister, Anna Hines of Pulaski County; special cousin, David Creech; two special friends, Greg Avery and Lonnie Taylor; and extended family members, neighbors and friends who are saddened by his passing.

In addition to his parents, George and Christing Barnes; Dennis was preceded in death by an infant sister and his brother-in-law, Roy Hines.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home, 1046 West Hwy 80, Somerset, KY  42501.  The funeral service will follow on January 29th at 1:00 pm at the Chapel of Lake Cumberland Funeral Home with Bro. Dwight Bullock and Bro. Larry Johnson officiating.  Burial will be at the Providence Cemetery.

You are welcome to view the obituary and offer condolences to the family at our website:  www.LakeCumberlandFuneralService.com

Lake Cumberland Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for William Dennis Barnes.

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