of Mountain Home, AR
January 6, 2022
Suzanne Rae Barnes, 89, of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022.
The daughter of Mary Long Holifield and Frederick C. Holifield, Suzanne was born March 8, 1932 in Gary, Indiana. She graduated from Horseman High School in Gary. She then attended nursing school at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, where she became a registered nurse (RN). Suzanne was a visiting RN in Philadelphia when she met Charles E. Barnes.
In 1954, she married Charles (Chuck) Eugene Barnes in Gary, Indiana. Suzanne and Chuck were married fifty-nine years with three children, Lindsey Barnes Blevins (Wayne) of Mountain Home, Greg Barnes of Little Rock Arkansas, and Scott Barnes of Little Rock, Arkansas. She had ten grandchildren; Mackenzie Barnes, Blake Barnes, Conner Barnes (Emily), Sarah Barnes Garner (Adam), Marie Claire Barnes Hahn (Micah), Olivia Barnes, Rachel Barnes, Hannah Blevins, Sydney Blevins, and Robinson Barnes and six great-grandchildren; Norah, Banks, Charlotte, Anna Claire, Henry, and Elle. She is survived by her three children, grandchild, and great-grandchildren.
Suzanne was preceded in death by her husband Chuck, her mother Mary, her father Fred, her older sister Lavern, and her younger sister Yvonne (Bonnie).
Funeral services will be private. Suzanne was an avid reader and frequent visitor to the Baxter County Library over the years (now the Donald W. Reynolds library). She was a book club member and shared her books with anyone who wanted to read them. Suzanne would also send books to the Veterans Hospital in Little Rock for the veterans and staff.
In lieu of flowers, per the family's request, memorial donations should be made to Donald W. Reynolds Library in Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Funeral Home.
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5 Condolence(s)
Kathy and Randy Gonten
Monday, January 10, 2022
Lindsey, Wayne, Hannah, & Sydney:
I never met your mom, Lindsey, but I feel I knew her as we talked about families all the time. She sounded like such a wonderful lady with great wit. I know it is very difficult to lose a mom, as mine passed one year ago. But the memories will always be there to covet in your heart. We are praying for you all and your family. Please know that if there is anything you need, we are here for you!
Love, Kathy and Randy
Carmen Swan Iversen
Monday, January 10, 2022
Dear Lindsey, Greg & Scott,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your sweet mother. I remember her & your Dad driving a bunch of us to swim meets back in the day! You had great parents! Peace, prayers & blessings,
Carmen Swan Iversen
Darrin Peoples
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Chuck and Suzanne were like my second parents for the first half of my life. I have as many memories from the basement as my own home. They opened there home to more kids than anyone Iv ever known. I’ll miss you Suzzy.
Thanks for the memories.
Munchkin
Richard and Sue Terry
Friday, January 7, 2022
Scott, Blake, Sarah, and Rachel, we’re so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. â¤ï¸
PHILLIP E HONEY
Friday, January 7, 2022
She was an awesome lady. She put up with me and half the town in her basement.
So thankful to have the privilege to know this family. prayers for all.
Phil Honey