William Clinton Barnes

William Clinton Barnes

1950 ~ 2025

William Clinton "Clint" Barnes, age 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 7, 2026, in Draper, Utah.

Clint was born on August 25, 1950, in Gulfport, Mississippi. As a young child he moved frequently due to his father's work and spent time living in TX, NC, and VA before a four year stretch in Atikokan, Ontario, Canada beginning in 1956. They didn't live close enough to a broadcasting station to get TV reception so he spent his time outdoors with four sisters and friends. He loved to fish, sled, build forts, ride bikes, and play baseball and hockey. His family finally settled in Ft. Lauderdale, FL in 1960. The kids thought the heat would kill them. Clint spent the rest of his childhood and early adulthood there, excelling in baseball and making friends.

Clint and Sandi raised their kids in California, Florida, and Utah. Clint was a hardworking and devoted provider who often held two or three jobs at a time to support his family. He worked in sales and also spent many years as a basketball referee. More than anything, Clint was known for his ability to connect with people. He had a genuine love for serving others and possessed a special gift for making people feel welcomed, valued, and loved.

Clint loved being outdoors and enjoying life's simple pleasures. Whether he was playing golf, hunting, fishing, playing softball, or grilling for his kids' sports teams, he cherished time spent with family and friends. He had a contagious laugh, a generous heart, and a calm spirit. Clint had a remarkable ability to take life in stride-very little seemed to overwhelm him-and he brought warmth and humor into the lives of everyone he met, including his second wife, Sheryl.

Faith was an important part of Clint's life. He was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he served faithfully in many roles. Over the years, he taught seminary, led youth groups, and participated in many service projects, always eager to lift and help those around him.

In 2019 Clint reunited with his high school sweetheart, Colleen Menefee. They fell back in love and were married days before the world shut down in 2020. Her nine kids and 24 grandkids soon fell in love with him as well.

Clint is survived by his wife Colleen, children Bryce, Kyle, Chad, Clay, Brittany, and Blair; his two sisters, Linda Goodrich and Mollie Ungricht; 26 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His legacy of generosity, faith, laughter, and love will continue through the many lives he touched.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 20, 2026,11:00 a.m. at 2801 West 620 North, Provo, Utah 84601. A celebration of life will follow from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Clint will be remembered for his kindness, his tireless dedication to his family, and the way he made everyone feel like they mattered. Though he will be deeply missed, his family finds peace knowing he has been joyfully reunited with his parents, Bill and Lois Barnes; his sisters, Carrolyn McCann and Willie Burgon; and his beloved grandson, Bo Barnes.