Jerry Barnett Obituary
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Jerry was born on August 22, 1937, to Andrew & Mabel Barnett who precede him in death.
He survived by his wife of 25 years, Debbie Barnett; son, Jerry (Jill) Barnett II; daughter, Mary Lou (Mike) Thomas; stepson, Joshua (Mandy) Cox; grandchildren, Ashley, Luke, Andrew, Austin, Allison & Ella.
An avid outdoorsman, Jerry had a passion for fur trapping. He was a renowned instructor at the Fur Trappers of America Trapper's College for 30 years. He was a member of his local trapper's club, Chapter 7C Furtakers and a member of UMWA Local 1189.
Jerry's family invites everyone to leave online condolences, stories, and pictures to www.bradleyscolonialchapel.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to T2T Tunnels to Towers or to Chapter 7C Furtakers.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Bradley's Colonial Chapel 1005 E. Main Street, Boonville, IN 47601. Visitation 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025, and 1 hour prior to funeral service on Saturday. Burial will be in Folsomville Cemetery in Folsomville, IN.
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Daniel Brault
March 29, 2025
Condolences to the family. Jerry Joe was my mentor from the trappers college. He helped drive my passion for trapping, and I learned so much in not only the week he was my instructor, but also all the times we spent chit chatting at the conventions. Outstanding human being in all aspects. His genteelness in his demeanor touched everyone he came in contact with. He will truly be missed. Tight chains Jerry Joe.
Gail Clark
March 29, 2025
Very sorry for your loss.
From Steve Clark a trapper
From Tennessee
Dwight Gillock
March 28, 2025
Jerry Joe was always ready to encourage and share of himself. He was an example of what an accomplished individual should aspire to: humble and available to share. He was quick to point out your successes, slow to toot his own bugle and ready to teach and share what he knew. We need more of his kind in our society as a whole, more so in the ranks of the trapping community. Miss Debbie, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Mike Marchewka
March 28, 2025
Jerry Joe was one heck of a man! Not only an excellent trapper but a stewart for trappers. He had a personality that was thoughtful and kind; he listened to you. A true leader and like others like him he was an excellent teacher. I'll miss that smile and handshake. RIP Jerry.
Mike Marchewka
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