Dan Barnett
Apr. 30, 1952 ~ Feb. 21, 2020

Daniel "Danpa, Dadder, Roadgraderman" Linton Barnett went home to be with Jesus on February 21, 2020, surrounded by his family and friends. Funeral services will be 10 AM Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at Renew Church, 6509 Bosque, Waco, Texas, under the direction of Foss Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Graveside service will be at 1 P.M. at the Valley Mills Cemetery.

Visitation will be 5 - 7 P.M. Tuesday at Foss Funeral Home.   In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Kairos of Texas/Boyd Unit, PO Box 7274, Waco, Texas 76714

Dan was born on April 30, 1952 in Clifton, Texas to Robert and Mary Jo Barnett. He was raised on a farm near Valley Mills and graduated from Valley Mills High School in 1970.

During high school, Dan was active in sports and many school activities. He participated in football, basketball, baseball, and track & field. He also participated in class plays. Dan was popular in high school and was voted most friendly boy in VMHS.

He worked a variety of jobs while in school, including hauling hay and various farm jobs for many in the Valley Mills area. After graduation, Dan worked several construction jobs. He spent 50 years working as foreman and heavy equipment operator for his late brother, Bob, at Barnett Contracting .

Dan was active for many years in prison ministry and spread the gospel to many who were incarcerated. He played guitar and sang, providing hope, enjoyment and inspiration to many. He made friendships and inspired a great number of prisoners and employees through his love and commitment. He left no doubt that he was a man of faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Bob, sister Rosemary, and his son Jeremiah.

As grandparents, Dan and Linda hosted their grandchildren every other weekend in their home. These regular visits were a highlight and provided a lifetime of memories for all.

Dan is survived by his wife Linda of 31 years and his children: Mike Chrisman and his wife Tammie, Niki Hodges, Butch Chrisman, Dana Krumnow, Bill Chrisman, and Harley Probst; his grandchildren: Chad, Kelby, Nicole, Jessica, Holly, Gage, Shauna, Brittany, Hailey, Ashley, Hunter, Paige, Saige, Avagrace, and Chrissy. He is also survived by 6 great grandchildren and another on the way.

In addition, Dan is survived by a brother, Joe Barnett and wife Marilyn, sister Sara McMillan and husband Dwight, sister Jane Trainor, and sister in-law Elaine Barnett. He is also survived by many relatives and friends who loved him.

Pallbearers are Gage Hodges, Hunter Krumnow, David Fisk, Curtis Coomes, Adam Klaus, Scott Barnett, Mike Barnett, and Pat Barnett.

His favorite scripture for the grandchildren: There are none that doeth good. No, not one. That is why we need a Savior.

Dan Barnett Memorial Video

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