Roger Merle Barnes' Obituary
Roger Merle Barnes, 71, of Topeka, KS passed away on September 4, 2024. Roger was born in Dodge City, Kansas on November 30, 1952, to Merle and Evelyn Barnes. Roger is proceeded in death by: Merle Barnes father, Evelyn Barnes mother, and Sandra Bulter companion.
He is survived by girlfriend Darlene Brown of Topeka, KS, son Ryan Barnes of Kansas City, MO, daughter Sara Barnes of Topeka, KS, ex-wife Sonja Montgomery Cummings, KS, sister Linis (Lynn) Dawson of Lawerence, Kansas, grandchildren Braden Barnes, Carmine Barnes, Natalia Mitchell, Kevin Mitchell, many nieces, nephews and close friends.
Roger graduate from Emporia State University in 1974. He was employed with Munn’s Medical Equipment for 15 years, before opening Barnes-Bulter Inc. with his companion Sandra Butler in 1992. Roger enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and friends.
Roger was a kind and caring person who loved his family. He lived life to the fullest and found beauty in each day.
Celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family thanks you for your thoughts, prayers, and sympathy.
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