Lynn dedicated her life to education, understanding her passion in high school at Northwest Classen and continuing on to Oklahoma State University, where she received her Bachelors degree. She began her teaching career as an elementary school teacher at Holland Hall in Tulsa and then at Poe Elementary in Houston. She then started her first of two Charter Schools as Principal of Briarmeadow Charter School in Houston. Finding true community in Galveston, she then started a KIPP Charter school, KIPP Coastal Village, where she focused on providing education and support to underprivileged children on Galveston Island. All came full circle when she moved back to Oklahoma City and became the director of curriculum for OKCPS. In all, she spent 40+ years in early childhood education and changed the lives of countless children along the way.
Lynn was very involved with her church family at Crossings Community Church. Leading bible studies, witnessing to many her journey to Jesus. She found such a supportive community. Lynn lived a joyful life with good friends, great neighbors and loyal family. She was a faithful leader, protective mother, compassionate grandmother and thoughtful friend. She was loved, and will be missed by many.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charline and Steve Burton.
She is survived by her children, Jay and wife Melissa, David and wife Yannick; Grandchildren, Alexis, Gabrielle, Jack and Reed; Siblings, Diane and husband Phil, Steve and wife Kay.
A funeral service will be held at Crossings Community Church on Friday, December 2nd at 10:00am with entombment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.
In the spirit of celebration, Lynn has requested everyone to wear pink.
In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the charities listed below that are close to Lynn’s heart.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemorialParkOKC.com for the Barnes family.
