Jerry Wayne Barton

Jerry Wayne Barton, the son of George Avery and Vernia Bell (Morgan) Barton, was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 12, 1955. He passed away on August 20, 2020 at NHC Healthcare in West Plains Missouri making his age 65 years, 1 month and 8 days.

He grew up in the Raymondville area and later worked in area sawmills, also with his brother Avery’s drywall business as well as Golden Hills Trail Rides. No matter what he was doing, he was always a hard worker.

Jerry loved being outdoors, especially camping and spending time at the river. He also enjoyed watching TV, barbecues and spending time with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Avery and Vernia Bell (Morgan) Barton; sisters, Blanche West and Carol Fischer and a brother, George “Leroy” Barton.

Jerry is survived by a sister, Bonnie Richards; two brothers, Arnold “Sonny” Barton and Avery Barton; daughters, Kathy and Becky as well as many other family members and friends.

He will be dearly missed by all those that knew and loved him.