Diane Barnes

It is with great sorrow that the family of Diane Barnes announces her passing on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at the age of 71. Diane is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Jerry; and their children, Sunny Ogburn (Jonathan) and Jasmin Woodside (Rigel). She will also be sadly missed by her five grandchildren, Emma, Bayla, Caleb, Ren and Auni. Diane is survived by her stepfather, Henry Penny III (Essie); her stepmother, Marie Yates; sisters, Nancy Alley (Brad), Cindy Hawkins, Bonnie Yates; brothers, Frank Yates (Jennifer), Henry Penny; brother and sister-in-laws, Gene Barnes (Judy), Debbie McDonald (Jimmy), Kim Barnes; and a host of wonderful nieces and nephews. Diane was predeceased by her mother, Ann Satterfield and father, Frank Yates. Diane sold real estate for 12 years after staying home to raise her children. Later in her career she was the Office Manager for Woody Hogg & Associates, from where she retired. She volunteered through the years, and actively worked on projects that brought positive change to her community and schools. She loved traveling with friends, time spent at the lake and the countless hours of fun with family, friends and her husband.