KURTIS MICHEAL BARTON

Mueller's Tri-Cities Funeral Home

Kurtis Micheal Barton was born October 3rd 1988. Kurtis passed away unexpectedly in Norman, Oklahoma on December 7th 2013. Kurtis was born and raised in the Tri-Cities and a graduate of Kamiakin High School. Post-graduation he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Nevada Las Vegas West Mission. Upon his return, he attended and graduated from BYU Provo. Kurtis was currently attending dental school at the University of Oklahoma at the time of his passing.

Kurtis was a driven man who was very goal oriented. He had a love for music which was expressed through his playing of the piano and saxophone. Kurtis over the last few years took pleasure in learning how to ballroom dance and even began to participate in dance competitions. He strived to be the best in everything, but took the time to help, support, and care for everyone that he met. Kurtis lived a life full of joy, love, and faith. He will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege to come in contact with him.

Kurtis is survived by his parents Blaine and Ginger Barton and his siblings Kevin Barton and his wife Christina, Jason Barton and his wife Laura, Erik Barton and his wife Amanda, Jared Barton and his wife Jessica, Christopher Barton and his wife Caitlin, Jennifer Barton, Michael Barton, Hannah Barton, and Bonnie Barton. Kurtis also was a loving uncle to three nieces and two nephews.

A viewing will be held December 20th 2013 at Mueller's Tri-Cities Funeral Home (Union Street) in Kennewick from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. A Funeral Service will be held on December 21st 2013 at the LDS Hansen Park building, located at 8120 W. 4th Ave. in Kennewick. Service will begin at 1:00 pm. Kurtis will then be laid to rest in Desert Lawn Memorial Park in Kennewick.

The family invites you to sign their online tribute wall at www.muellersfuneralhomes.com.