Barry Wayne Clifton Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barry Wayne Clifton in Owenton, Kentucky, born in Lexington, Kentucky, who passed away at the age of 73, on March 12, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barry Wayne Clifton to show support.

Though Barry has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gene R. Clifton and Juanita Vance Clifton Easley; and his son Barry Christopher Clifton. He is survived by: his wife Joan McCoige Clifton; his sister Raegena Criswell (Colby); his brother-in-law Hal McCoige (Dana); and his nephews, John David Criswell (Kara), Colby Brandon Criswell (Missy), Chad McCoige and Cameron McCoige (Miranda).

Memorial contributions may be made to Owen County Friends of Animals.