William Roy "Bill" Barnes, age 75 of Warrensburg, Missouri  passed away Friday, September 1, 2023 at his home.

Bill was born January 16, 1948 in Patuxent River, Maryland the son of Leonard Roy Barnes and Betty Jean (Lynn) Barnes.  He graduated from Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nevada.  He enlisted in the U. S. Army National Guard.  Bill was united in marriage to Louise I. Shaw on May 19, 1972 in Warrensburg.  The couple resided in Jefferson City, prior to moving to the Warrensburg area, including Centerview and Knob Noster.  He was employed at several local factories throughout the years, and more recently, he was a caregiver with Higginsville Habilitation Center.  Bill loved most anything involving the outdoors, notably fishing and hunting.  He also enjoyed his coffee and storytelling.

Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Lou; two daughters: Laurie Barnes (Jim Schnell) of Wheatland, MO and Krissie Lambert of Warrensburg, MO; and grandson, Nathan Stephens.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service at 6:00 p.m. Friday, September 15th at Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.  The family will receive friends, one hour prior to service, Friday at Williams.  There will be a private interment at the Centerview Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial Contributions may be left to the Johnson Co. Cancer Foundation in care of Williams.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net