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He is preceded in death by his mother, Judy Barnes.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are beloved daughter, Lindsey (Garrett) Wilkinson, father, Joe Barnes, brother, Joey Barnes, a multitude of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Mike was a simple soul that enjoyed the quiet pleasures of family and friends. He was an avid Alabama fan and donned his favorite raggedy tee shirt and hat to show his support.
Mike was a hard worker all his life and spent his career as a procurement agent for the department of education for the State of Tennessee. In his free time, he loved spending time with his favorite pals, his dachshunds, Jasmine and Ginger. His greatest accomplishment in life was his daughter, Lindsey; rooting on her alma mater, Tennessee Tech, in gold and purple despite his abiding love of Alabama.
Friends and family will always smile fondly with memories of Mike's love of Golly G's ice cream and homegrown tomatoes. Mike will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
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Joey Barnes
October 21, 2024
We will always love you
Joey Barnes
October 21, 2024
Loved growing up with Mike he was one of the best friends a little brother could ever ask for
Wanda Harris
October 21, 2024
I will truly miss Mike. Whenever I called him, he was always willing to help me or any of us in TDOE. Although he would make a fuss, he said to come back if we needed anything else. There is no one like him. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Pamela Kimbrough
October 8, 2024
My heart goes out to Lindsey, dad, and Mike's two babies! He often talked about each out you. Mike was one of the first to show kindness when I started TDOE eight years ago. Our friendship only grew stronger. By the time covid sent us to work from home, Mike was a true blessing to me. I knew that all I had to do was call and I would have a friend on the line. He kept me in tears laughing with his banter. He was one of a kind, and will be dearly missed.
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Deanna and Johnny Williams
October 7, 2024
I have known Mike and his mom and dad for many many years. Mike was a very dear friend to my daughter, Dana. My sincere condolences go to Joe and Joey. He was truly a sweetheart.
Cheryl French
October 7, 2024
I only met Mike a few times when in Nashville or a time or two when he came to Tennessee School for the Deaf for work related reasons. I probably talked to him on the phone hundreds of times before I retired. He was my go to person when I needed something procurement related. We were work friends. He was always so very nice and helpful. Fly high Mike! I will miss knowing you´re not here in Tennessee.
Gomer Pascual
October 7, 2024
Mike was very helpful to me when I first started in TDOE. He always had time to help whenever I asked him for it. He was always proud to talk about his daughter. Mike, you will be missed.
Mary Elam
October 7, 2024
I loved working with Mike. He was out go to person for everything procurement and helped me so much along the way. He was a wonderful friend and I will miss him tremendously. Rest on peace Mike!
Denette Kolbe
October 7, 2024
Lindsey, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike and I worked together at TDOE. He was a great friend and colleague. He always put a smile on my face. Living in Cookeville, he always shared how you were doing and going to Ralph's donut. He will be missed!!
Barbara Floyd
October 7, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this news. I saw him last week at work and very thankful for the opportunity to catch up with him on current events! He was a truly dedicated person to his profession and will be greatly missed by us old timers who have worked with him for many years, Barbara Floyd
Eli Rousey
October 7, 2024
I learned everything I needed to know about state procurement from Mike. He helped me out tremendously.
From the Staff of Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery.
October 5, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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