John Peyton

Barnett

John "Happy" Peyton Barnett, 82, of Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2024. He was born on November 21, 1941, in Paris, Texas, to the late Thomas Fred and Nettye Barnett.

John, known as "Happy" to his loved ones, graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1960, and then he attended Paris Junior College, where he played on the golf team. In 1965, he graduated from Midwestern State University, earning a degree in Economics and also playing varsity golf. On December 23, 1965,  he married Dana George, and they were married for fifty-eight years.  He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1965 to 1969 during the Viet Nam War. Following his military service, he worked as a Labor Relations Officer at Sheppard Air Force Base.

A  member of Floral Heights Methodist Church, John found solace in his faith. He was deeply involved in his community, coaching his children's basketball, softball, and baseball teams. In his free time, he enjoyed being at his farm with cattle, horses, and donkeys.

John is survived by his beloved wife Dana Barnett, his children Melissa Fenner (husband Kelly) of Kerrville, Texas, Amanda Nimetz of Wichita Falls, and George Barnett of Amarillo, Texas. He was a loving grandfather to Arden Nimetz, Augie Fenner, and Wyatt and Everett Barnett.

A private service will be held to honor John's life. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls and Paris Junior College.