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2013
Konie Deaoula Barnes, Sr., 86, of Hackett, Arkansas passed away Friday, February 1, 2013 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was a retired heating and air service manager, a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, a 32nd degree Mason, and an avid golfer.
Funeral service will be at 12:00 P.M. (noon) Wednesday, February 6, 2013 in the McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood and interment with military honors in the U. S. National Cemetery in Fort Smith under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home.
Survivors include his wife, Pauline and mother-in-law Wonema Miller, both of the home; a son, Brian Clark of Westfork, AR; a daughter, Kristy Spruell and husband, Michael of Gravette, AR; a sister, Montique Nixon and husband, George of North Carolina; a grandson, William Spruell; three sisters-in-law, Caryol Hendricks and husband, Butch of Fayetteville, AR, Loretta Korth and husband, Norman of Fort Smith, Valarie Moffett and husband, Mike of Rudy, AR; and a brother-in-law, Russell Miller of Hackett, AR. He was preceded in death by a son, Konie Deaoula Barnes, Jr.
Visitation will be Tuesday, February 5th from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home in Greenwood with the family.
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February 6, 2013
Ed Lightner
Konie was a very unique and passionate man. His passing is a great loss to all that ever had an opportunity to work, play or spend any time with him. He will be missed but never forgotten.
February 5, 2013
Raymond Granderson
Pauline, I am sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 5, 2013
Kelly Wingfield
Pauline, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
February 5, 2013
Bob Conner
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 5, 2013
Krystal Constable
Growing up Konie was like a dad to me. I can remember every birthday and Christmas gift he ever gave me but it was that one Barbie that was so special to me. He was so good to my mom and I never asking for anything in return he did it out of the goodness of his heart. I loved Konie and was always happy when Pauline would come and tell me Konie said hi or checked up on me. Pauline thank you for making Konie so happy, you are what gave him his smile.
February 5, 2013
George Ezzell
Pauline,I am very sorry to hear of Konie's passing,I always thought a lot Konie and had a lot of respect for him.We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
George Ezzell
February 4, 2013
Charolette Constable
Konie was one of the nicest, sweetest and most gentlemanly man I have had the pleasure of knowing. We worked together at Rheem for many years and when he retired he was really missed but I know he enjoyed retirement and being able to enjoy his family more.
Pauline you were Konie's sunshine and made him extremely happy and I know you will miss him very much. He lived a long happy life for many years and I give you so much credit for his long life. I am extremely saddened that he is gone.
He was a well loved gentleman and will be missed by many.
February 4, 2013
The Rinke Family (Michael, Angela & Seth)
Pauline, so sorry to hear of Konie's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
February 4, 2013
Tom Fowler
Dear Pauline and family,I am so sorry to hear of Konies passing. He was truly a gentleman and a dear friend. I traveled with Konie for many years and always looked forward to his visits to Richmond. We shared good times, meals, and good friends.May the good Lord be with you.
February 4, 2013
vickie phelan
I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in our prayers.
February 4, 2013
Pauline and Family, Sorry to hear of Konies passing. He hired me in 1992 and was my first manager. I will miss talking to him on the rare occasions when I get to Fort Smith.
February 4, 2013
Lesa Shelby
Pauline, so sorry for your loss! Konie was one of the good guys! May God bless and keep you and your family during this difficult time!
February 4, 2013
Sam Gillion
Pauline, I'm so sorry to hear of Konies passing, he was a great friend and a great golfing buddie he will be so missed by me and all the other guys he golfed with,so sorry. Sam Gillion
February 4, 2013
Larry Stec
Pauline, So Sorry to hear of your loss. Konie was a good man. Larry Stec
February 4, 2013
Connie Smith
Pauline, I am so sorry to hear about your loss...Love you all..
February 4, 2013
Sherri Watson
Pauline, We are so sorry for your loss. Very best thoughts from us both, Bob & Sherri (Fulgham) Watson
February 3, 2013
Linda Flynn
So sorry for your loss Pauline! I really enjoyed chatting with Konnie and I know that he and dad loved talking about golf. Prayers for you and your family!! Love Ya Lots!!
February 3, 2013
Debra Wilcox
I am very sorry for your loss. Will be thinking of you and praying for you all. Love You, Debra Wilcox
February 3, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. We love you and are here if you need anything.
Jeannie and Dewayne Hayden
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