He was a retired truck driver, a Navy Veteran of World War II and one of Jehovahs Witnesses. He was the son of the late William 'Bill' Barnette and Julia Webb Barnette and was preceded in death by two sons, Kenny Barnette and Robert Earl Barnette.
Survivors include three daughters, Melody LeBarron of Lancaster, CA, Renee Smith and husband, James Roy and Sandra Barnette and friend, David Kelley, all of Monticello; one brother, Derwood 'Dink' Barnette of Wilmar; three sisters, Betty Jean Carter of Wilmar, Pat Kellum and Jan Tiner, both of Monticello; two grandsons, Stephen Withers and D. J. Kelley, both of Monticello; three granddaughters, Tegan Shifflett of Monticello, Sandy LeBarron and Nikki LeBarron, both of Lancaster, CA; seven great-grandchildren.
The family will meet at Sandra Barnette's home, 386 State School Rd., Monticello.
Condolences(11)
Billy &Rosemary MCDaniel
Banks, AR Wednesday, April 6, 2011 We were so sorry to hear about Mr.Earl i have known him my whole life he was a one of a kind person he love shooting his guns and the outdoors he always like to enter gun ternaments in his younger days .I thought the world of him,He will be missed but never forgotten.You all are in our prayers ..Rest in peace my friend.Terrye Davis
Conway, AR Wednesday, April 6, 2011 Renee and family. I will truly miss Earl. He was one of a kind. I never tired of hearing his many stories. He always treated me with kindness and he was a good family man.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Terrye, Alec and Derrick
stephen
monticello, AR Wednesday, April 6, 2011 My Papaw was a great man and he will be missed greatly and we love him forever and alwaysToni Oakes Garrison
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Sandy,Renee and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Daddy and Grandfather!!! I know that right now there are no words I can say that will make this any easier just be there for one another and have comfort knowing that Earl is at peace. I am sure Daddy and Earl are both up there reaping their rewards . May God's arms be comforting for you all!!Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 5, 2011 To the Family: Sorry to hear of Mr. Earle's passing. He was a friend of mine and also a fellow navy man. Mr. Earle and I shared an interest in herbal medicine. My condolences to the family.LaMar Hunter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Earl. He was a fine man. He had done allot of things and was able to tell some fantastic stories. He wrote some fine songs, and I had the pleasure of singing a couple of them in days gone by. I will miss you Mr. Earl.Samantha Berry
Monticello, AR Monday, April 4, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Earl was a sweetie. He always had a story to tell. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Sara Marter
Monticello, AR Monday, April 4, 2011 Renee & James Roy and family, my thoughts & prayers are with you at the loss of your dad. Put your trust in the Lord and He will comfort you.Carole (Doss) Rushing
Rison, AR Sunday, April 3, 2011 To the family: Though I haven't seen some of you in several years, I did see Earl on occasion after I moved back to Green Hill. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray the Lord will wrap you in His love and give you the peace and comfort that can guide you through your grief at this difficult time.Betty, a special blessing for you, you have done so much for me and seems you've always been there when I needed you.
With affection for all of you,
Carole (Doss) Rushing
Susan Dodson Hensley
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 3, 2011 Sandy I am so sorry to hear about your daddy! You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time! May God send comfort and peace to you and your family!Andy & Terrie Briant
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 3, 2011 We're so sorry to hear of Mr. Barnette's passing. He was never short of words and hardly met a stranger. He loved an old dance place here in town called "Melodies and Meals", and we heard he was an amazing trick shooter. Rest in peace Mr. Earl, it was good knowing you. May God comfort and bless your surviving family and friends, and if ya'll need anything please let us know.