Photo courtesy of Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home - Wakarusa
Nappanee, Indiana
Apr 20, 1949 – May 14, 2019 (Age 70)
Nancy Lee Barnes, age 70, of Elkhart, died at 7:00 am, Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at her residence of natural causes. She was born April 20, 1949 in Breckenridge, MN to Robert Charles and Carol Ione (Willbrecht) Rufer.
Nancy was a graduate of John Adams High School. On September 6, 1969, she married James Lee Barnes at the Osceola Methodist Church. Nancy retired from Sears after working there for 25 years. She was a member of the Pokagon Long Rifles and SMART (Retired Military Camping Club). She enjoyed gardening and loved petting dogs.
Nancy is survived by her husband James; son, Jeffrey Lee Barnes, Elkhart; grandsons, Ethan Dias, Elkhart, Alex Dias, Kansas City, KS; mother, Carol Rufer, Mishawaka; siblings, Russell (Linda) Rufer, Alabama, Wayne (Marie) Rufer, North Carolina, Bruce (Marsha) Rufer, South Bend, Rosemary Johnson, Arizona, Cherri (Royce) Gray, California, David (Denise) Rufer, Arizona; and former daughter-in-law, Anne Marie Delio, Elkhart. She was preceded in death by a son, Jason Lee Barnes and sister, Cindy Orth.
Family and friends may call from 4-7, Friday, May 17th at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa. Funeral services will begin at 7:00 pm with sharing being led by Steve Hunsberger. Private family burial will be in Olive Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Center for Hospice.
Read MoreMay God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss Barney, the Thornback reunions will just not be the same without Nancy.
Kevin & Carmella Prendergast
May 17, 2019 | Groton, CT | Military
Barney, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & the family at this most difficult time.
So glad we got to see you and Nancy this Winter!
Paul & Jan Schilling
May 17, 2019 | Poplar Grove, IL
We will remember Nancy for all the work she did for our reunions. We miss you Nancy.
Ed & Annette Cirucci
May 17, 2019 | Norfolk, VA | Friend
Shocked to read in the paper of Nancy's passing. Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
Sandy Young
sandy Young
May 17, 2019 | Elkhart, IN | Friend
Jim,
My condolences old friend, a lot of water has gone down the river since we were kids but some how were still standing. I wish for you and your family, nothing but smooth travels.
May 17, 2019
I graduated with Nancy from John Adams. I remember her well. Always happy, always fun and always had a smile to share. I am sorry for your loss. Karen Kamp-Blank
Karen Kamp-Blank
May 16, 2019 | Muncie, IN | Friend
My sincere and deepest condolences to Jim and all the family and friends. Hold each other close and rejoice in the good memories.
Tim Thilman
May 16, 2019 | Atlanta, GA
Forever Dear Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED
a loved one
May 16, 2019
Thank you Jim and Jeff for letting me spend time with Nancy this week. Great memories of card games and campfires!!!! (((HUGS)))
Love you guys.....Trix
Trix Sharpe
May 15, 2019 | Edwardsburg | Friend
