Christopher Michael Barnes, 32, of New Athens, IL, born Wednesday, March 4, 1992, in Belleville, IL, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024.
Chris was a wonderful, caring, big-hearted, one-of-kind soul who truly lived his life to the fullest. He had an innate affinity with nature, often choosing to spend his time outdoors. From exploring wherever the roads would take him, to enjoying the sights of nature and the animals within, he could never get enough. During these adventures his kindness was apparent to those around him. He always found time to lend compassion and help to others he met along the way. He dedicated many years to his job at Taco Bell where he honed his skills in customer service and worked with an amazing team. He has left a profound impact on those who knew him, and will be missed beyond words.
Surviving are his:
- Mother:
- Abby E. Allen of Rocky Mount, MO
- Father:
- Nathan C. Walker of St. Louis, MO
- Adoptive Father:
- Sean E. Barnes
- Brothers:
- Tristan (Shaelyn Pritchard) Barnes of Bridgeport, TX
- Nathan Jackson Walker
- Sister:
- Charlotte Emily Walker
- Nieces:
- Maddie Pritchard
- Marlei Barnes
- Megan Riley Tucker
- Kennedy Elaine Allen
- Nephews:
- Noah Barnes
- Devin WilliamTucker
- Mason Garland Allen
- Cousins:
- Landen Finley
- Lilly Finley
- Ana “Gabby” Garcia
- Sofia Garcia
- Aunts and Uncles:
- Andrew Garland
- Sarah Amanda Tucker
- Wendy Gayle Miller
- Caroline Nicole Rodenberg
- Andrew Joseph Finley
- Andy and Tim Barnes
- Joel Walker
- Jessy Sanchez
- Grandparents:
- Barbara Almy (Allen) Erb
- Dennis Garland Allen
- Mary (Don) Finley
- Carl Walker
Memorials: In lieu of flowers family kindly request memorials may be made to the Belleville Area Humane Society or Project Compassion Homeless Shelter, 6609 West Main Street, Belleville, IL.
Visitation: Friends may visit from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Kurrus Funeral Home, 1773 Frank Scott Parkway West, Belleville, IL.
There will be a Memorial Service starting at 4:00 p.m., where friends and family may share stories and memories of Chris.
