Jerry Barnes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry Barnes of Sparta, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 6, 2026 at the age of 79. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur Barnes and Dixie Thompson Barnes. He is survived by: his wife Kathy Barnes; his stepsons, John Whisner (Lesley) of Roaring Gap, NC and Ben Whisner (Wendy) of Greenville, NC; his stepgrandchildren, Bradley Whisner (Lyndsey), Samantha Lynch (Donavan), Tyler Whisner (Alexis), Alexis Wilson (Josh) and Jacob Whisner; and his stepgreat-grandchildren, Mary Leighton Whisner, Madelyn Adele Whisner and Ensley Kaye Wilson.
Memorials may be made to Alleghany Council on Aging Meals on Wheels PO Box 416 Sparta, NC 28675 or to Solid Rock Food Closet Children's Backpack Program PO Box 955 Sparta, NC 28675.
