Martin Dean Barnett passed to his final reward Saturday, Nov 7, 2026, at the age of 85, of complications from an earlier fall. He is survived by his sister, Ruby of Woodbridge, Virginia and brother Clarence of Appleton City, Missouri, several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Margaret (Dennis) Barnett, sisters Emmagene, Elizabeth and Margaret (Margie) and twin sisters Leota and Leola who passed in infancy.
Martin lived a full life. He grew up on a farm in St. Clair County, Missouri, attending a one-room school eight years. He attended the Appleton City R-2 High School, graduating in 1958, and joined the United States Air Force almost immediately, serving five years.
Upon separation from service, using the GI Bill, Martin attended Central Missouri State College, now University of Central Missouri, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics and Math. He became proficient in “computer skills”, working for a few years in Government projects. His final “career”, the one he enjoyed the most, was as a truck-driver.
After retirement, Martin purchased a small tract of farmland, where he began compiling his Library, accumulating a vast number of History, “Old”, 1900’s to 1960’s era School books, Pulp Novels, and a vast array of Newspapers and classic
Martin will be missed by his family and friends.
The family requests any memorials be given to Family Love Fund, and may be left at Hill & Son Funeral Home.
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