He was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Kacie ''Rie'' Gage; one brother, Earl Barnett; and one sister, Pat Kellum, all of Monticello, Arkansas.
Survivors included his loving wife of 60 years, Carol Vance Barnett; a daughter, Kris Johns, of Greenhill; two sons and their spouses, Stoney and Brenda Barnett, of Kingsland, AR and Shane and Tina Barnett of the Lone Prairie Community; two sisters, Betty Carter of Wilmar, and Jan Tiner of Monticello, AR; He had nine grandchildren, Jake and Erica Barnett, Slade Reed, Jeremy Barnett, Frankie Tillman, Brady and Kayla Barnett, Eddie Barnett, and Jace Barnett; as well as a multitude of great-grandchildren.
He reluctantly retired in 2021 from his chosen profession that he loved dearly, farming. He is known all over South Arkansas for his delicious ''Bradley'' tomatoes and sweet watermelons. In his younger years, he served in the Army as a paratrooper, in the 82nd Airborne. He also worked construction on many shutdowns throughout his life. He was one of Jehovah's witnesses. Dink was a wonderful husband, father, pop, brother, uncle, and cousin. He was also a loyal friend to many. His famous quote ''Po Baby'' will be missed by all his loved ones. Rest in Peace, our Sam Elliot.
Graveside services will be Thursday, February 10, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. in Green Hill Cemetery, in the Green Hill Community.
Please sign his guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com
Condolences(22)
Debbie Marlar Chilldres Grissom
, AR Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Carol and family,I have known you and Dink all my life. I’m so so sorry to hear of your loss. Y’all were wonderful neighbors.I pray that you will find comfort in prayer and Christ and the love of family and friends.
Monica Strickland
Hamburg, AR Thursday, February 10, 2022 Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family.Kris, your daddy was one of a kind! So sorry for your loss.
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Chuck Vining
MONTICELL, AR Thursday, February 10, 2022 Chris, Sweetheart there's no words that can explain the feelings you have right now but I have felt them !! We greave in different ways . I was told that grief is the Love we still want to give them and can't but they do know ! My door is always open Love and Bless you ❤️Kay Barnett Ozment
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Chris and Carol I’m so sorry for your loss. Derwood (Dink) was such a good person (cousin). Prayers going for you and your families.🙏♥️🙏Kay Barnett Ozment
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Chris and Carol I’m so sorry for your loss. Derwood (Dink) was such a good person (cousin). Prayers going for you and your families.🙏♥️🙏Vernon Barnett
Benton, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 You will be missed Uncle Dink!Trudy Tucker Carrington
Rowlett, TX Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Carol and family,I am saddened to hear of Mr. Dink's passing. He was a wonderful man, full of spirit and laughter. Remembering all the times at Grandma Tucker's home we spent. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you during this time. May the Lord surround you with Love and peace.
Trudy
Monica Strickland
Hamburg, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family.Kris, your daddy was one of a kind! So sorry for your loss.
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Dana roark
monticello, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Dink has and will always be one of my favorite people, prayers for Carol and family.Much love,
Dana Roark
Donna Raney
Hermitage, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Ms. Carol and all the family, I am thinking of ya'll and keeping you in my prayers! Dink was a character, and I will always remember when he would come up to the office and visit with everyone. He will be missed! Sending love and prayers!!Leon Hood
ASHDOWN, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 To the family of Derwood; Sorry for your loss. We were friends when in school, I haven't seen him since we were in the Army. Leon Hood, Ashdown, Arkansas.Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Thoughts and prayers to all. I have lots of great memories of Mr. Dink. He will be missed.Stacey McKeown
WILMAR, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Dear Mrs. Carol & Shane "Pickle",I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Dink. He was one of a kind. I pray that the Lord give you and your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Love,
Bari & Stacey McKeown
Heather Carter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 So sorry to hear of Dinks passing. He was a good man that was loved by all. He will be dearly missed.Larry & Gail Henry Hammil
Star City, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.Dale Kizer
White Hall, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Carol, I really did not know your husband, but I sure remember you. Sorry to hear. Dale.Roger and Lana Bodiford
Bella Vista, AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 We’re sorry to hear of Dink’s passing, Condolences to his family, friends and congregation.Carole (Doss) Rushing
Woodlawn (Rison), AR Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Betty, Jan and family, I'm so sorry for your loss of Derwood. Although I haven't seem him recently I remember him so well during our school years and have seen him on occasion over the years. He was always such a likable person and I know you will miss him. Keep the memories close and remember those of us who knew him so many years share your sorrow. May the Lord give you the strength and comfort at this time to sustain you through the bad times.With Love and Sincere Sympathy
Carole {Doss-Johns) Rushing
Karrie
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 8, 2022 Prayers for peace and comfort to the family!Shelia Ratledge
Thornton, CO Tuesday, February 8, 2022 Aunt Carol and family we are so sorry and wish we could be there with yall . Know we are sending our love to each of you and have you in our thoughts and hold you in our hearts .Uncle Dink will be missed by so many for certain . All our Love Shelia ,Danny ,Trevor, Kalei,Becca and EliMark&Mary withers
North Little Rock, AR Tuesday, February 8, 2022 Dink was a good man and my son Stephen withers uncle and will be missed by so many, prayers for the family and friends 🙏Ed watts
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 8, 2022 So sorry for your loss .Dink was a good friend and will be missed by many Rip