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Ryan Keith Barnes

1975 - 2015

Ryan Keith Barnes obituary, 1975-2015, Fort Worth, TX

BORN

1975

DIED

2015

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Greenwood Funeral Homes - Cremation at Mount Olivet Chapel

2301 North Sylvania Avenue

Fort Worth, Texas

Ryan Barnes Obituary

Ryan Keith Barnes, 39, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 17, 2015, at a local hospital. Funeral: 3:30 p.m. Tuesday in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Mount Olivet. Ryan was born Sept. 23, 1975, in Fort Worth to Gary and Diane Barnes. He was a graduate of Castleberry High School. Ryan was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed going to casinos and watching Monday night wrestling. Ryan loved to spend time with his family and friends. In his younger days he enjoyed bareback riding and chute dogging from 1991-1995. He was currently employed with the city of Haltom City in the street division. Ryan leaves his loving memories to be cherished by many. Ryan was preceded in death by his father, Gary Barnes; stepgrandfathers, James Keith "Speck" Pritchett and Ed Werner; and cousin, Joella Johnson. Survivors: Wife, Shellie Thomas; daughter, Makoy Barnes; granddaughter, Joslyn; mother, Diane Barnes; brothers, Randy and Scotty Barnes; grandmothers, Bessie Pritchett and Verdine Werner; special aunt, Sandy; nieces, Cortney (Pat) Martin and Garrah (Taylor); nephews, Clayton and Christian Barnes; in-laws, Bud and Pat Thomas, and John and Charlotte McDonald; stepson, Brandon Thomas and family; and numerous extended family members and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jul. 20, 2015.

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September 20, 2015

To our cousin gone you will never be forgotten .love always your family

Denise Crosby

July 27, 2015

Remember that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Ryan was always smiling and full of life. I always enjoyed talking with him, he will surely be missed.

claudia aguillon

July 23, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. Its hard to believe that you are gone. Its been a year that I last saw you. Great memories we had in school. You always had a big smile on you face. R. I. P RYAN never will forget you.

Melanie Boyt

July 23, 2015

What a wonderful man. I am so glad to have worked with Mr. Barnes. All he did was talk about his family and the things he had overcome. I am so sorry for the family's loss and my sincerest prayers go out to you. I pray for God to lift you up and give you comfort and peace. Melanie Boyt---Better Bodies Chiropractic

Regina Dawson

July 23, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss, it was a real pleasure to talk with Mr. Barnes and he was always talking about how much he cared for his family. He was a joy to be around and brought laughter to our office----Regina Dawson at Better Bodies Chiropractic.

Maurie Plunk

July 22, 2015

Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love you all.

Krystal Steen

July 22, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Ryan will never be forgotten. Sending love and hugs to all of you.

Toni Gern

July 22, 2015

PRAYERS DIANE. PRAYERS FOR ALL OF THE BARNES FAMILY! HE WON'T BE FORGOTTEN.

July 21, 2015

Diane,
We are lifting you up in our thoughts and prayers.We grieve with you over the loss of Ryan.We pray for God's comfort and peace for you.
Our love - Betty & Jim Price

Kelly Rodgers

July 21, 2015

Shellie,
I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your sweet Ryan! I know you & Jos will miss him terribly. My prayers are with you and his family. Rick & I are here if you need us.

Deborah Rhea

July 21, 2015

Diane,
We are grieving with you and the rest of the family. My prayer for y'all is to look to Jesus, as He will neither leave us or forsake us. May God's grace be sufficient!! We love you all!!!

Renee & Mike Applegate

July 21, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about Ryan. Our prayers are with you and your family.

July 21, 2015

Diane, we are sorry to hear about Ryan. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Renee & Mike Applegate

Patty Wylie

July 21, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

CINDY BRYAN

July 20, 2015

RIP RYAN , YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY PEOPLE

Tracy Stewart/ Blalack

July 20, 2015

Diane,
So sorry for your family's loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Carol Nettles

July 20, 2015

Diane, I'm so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you and family!

July 20, 2015

Diane,
I am sorry to hear about Ryan. I can still remember back in the days of all the good times we had in Blue Mound. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms and your and your family during this difficult time.
Sharon Apala Breedlove

Crystal Harris

July 20, 2015

Diane, my heart is just broken. Ryan was a great neighbor for 20+ years we have been through a lot together, "Our" street will never be the same. I am so sorry for your loss!! Thinking of you today and the days ahead!! Crystal& Colton Harris Colton always ask "Where is Ryan momma"?

Sammy & Angela Snelgrove

July 20, 2015

Diane we are so sorry for your loss Our thoughts &prayers go out to you and the Family God Bless you all .

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