William Franklin Barnett

Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. William Franklin Barnett, age 72, of Nicholson, who passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Mr. Barnett was born March 7, 1948 in Commerce, Georgia, a son to the late Augustas and Ruth Barnes Barnett. Mr. Barnett lived his whole life in Nicholson, Georgia and graduated from the University of Georgia and Emmanuel College with a Masters Degree. Mr. Barnett was a Teacher for thirty years with the Jackson County School System and was a Farmer. Mr. Barnett was of the Baptist faith and was an ordained Minster.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce E. Barnett of Nicholson; children, Rebecca B. Yoder and her husband Brad of Oakwood, Julie I. Barnett of Jefferson, Stephanie Barnett of Oakwood, step-son, Chad Klinck and his wife Sharon of Jefferson; grandchildren, Blake Harkins, Collin William Harkins, Jacob Yoder, McKenzie Klinck, Meadow Klinck and Mason Klinck.

A private Memorial Service for Mr. Barnett will be held on a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial gifts to the Humane Society of Jackson County, P.O. Box 567 Jefferson, GA 30549

Evans Funeral Home, 1350 Winder Highway Jefferson, GA 30549. 706-367-5467

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