Barbara J. Barnes

Barbara J. Barnes obituary, Muskegon, MI

Barbara J. Barnes

Barbara Barnes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shoreline Memorial Services - Muskegon on Nov. 23, 2025.

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Barbara J. Barnes age 74, was born on December 23, 1950, in Cheboygan, Michigan to William R. and the late Laurel J. (Ferguson) LeBaron and passed away on November 20, 2025. Along with her mother, Barbara was preceded in death by two sons, Jacob and Nathan. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Ronnie Barnes; her father, William LeBaron; three children, Ronnie (Teresa) Barnes; Kellie (Joe) Raap, and Matthew Barnes; daughter-in-law, Tomi Jo Barnes; several grand and great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild on the way.
Barbara and Ronnie were the owner operators of Sonshine Design, she was an avid gardener who loved camping and spending time with her family and grandchildren She and Ronnie especially loved spending their Januarys in Maui. According to her wishes a private interment has taken place near her son Nathan in Egelston Township Cemetery. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held later.
Arrangements by Shoreline Memorial Services -- Muskegon Chapel -- (231)-722-5050
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