Linda Kay Barnes

Linda Kay Barnes obituary

Linda Kay Barnes

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Linda Barnes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory - Granite City on Nov. 26, 2025.

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Linda Kay Barnes, 74 of Swansea, IL, formally of Granite City, IL, died on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at EverVella of Swansea Nursing Center in Swansea, IL.

She was born on June 19, 1951 in Rome, NY to Edward James Fisher and Dorothy (nee: Wood) Fisher.

Linda married James W. Barnes in Ft Leavenworth, KS on June 27, 1970. He preceded her in death on March 22, 2017.

The loving mother and grandmother did administrative work for different homeless shelters for several years. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching Korean soap operas.

Linda is survived by 2 sons: Shawn (Kristen) Barnes of Granite City and Chris (Robin) Barnes of Granite City; 4 grandchildren: Colton, Adalyn, Mckenzie and Westley; a brother, Jimmy (Betty) Fisher; a sister, Pat Gafner and other extended family members.

Besides her husband and parents, Linda is preceded in death by other extended family members.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Wojstrom Funeral Home in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com

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Upcoming Events

Dec

4

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wojstrom Funeral Home

3939 Lake Drive, Granite City, IL 62040

Send Flowers

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.