Sammy D. Barnes, 83, passed away on September 1, 2026 in Mansfield TX.

He was born on June 8, 1943, in Dallas TX. to J.D. & Velmarie Barnes. Sam grew up in Fort Worth, TX. In 1966, Sam proudly answered the call to serve his country in the United States Army. He served honorably in the Vietnam War. He began working for Vought Aircraft as an Air Tool Technician where he worked for 27 years. Sam married Rejeana Barnes in December, 1978. They settled in Saginaw, TX raising 3 wonderful Children then moved to Alvarado, TX until his death. He loved his family with all of his heart and was so proud of each of them. Sam was a devoted follower of Christ. His body gave out but his mind was sharp and he would talk to anyone that would listen about his beliefs in his Savior. He enjoyed anything that had to do with hunting, fishing & cars. He loved to play jokes and his last one was in the last week before his passing. He was prescribed a life vest which was actually a defibrillator. The young man was showing him the steps on how to wear it and what to expect. Sam suddenly began to shake as if he was being shocked. The laughter lasted a good five minutes with Sam laughing so hard he cried. Sam was preceded in death by his parents J.D & Velmarie Barnes, and brother Randy Barnes. Sam is survived by his wife, Rejeana, his Daughter, Amber Hogue and Fiancé Allen Fox. Daughter, Laura King and Son In Law, John King. Son, Clayton Barnes and Daughter In Law, Chelsea Barnes. His grandchildren Nikolas Jeffrey, Kylah Barnes, Keegan Barnes, Karah Barnes, Leighanna Hogue and Jak King. Aunt, Shirley Hamilton.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7