Kathy Luce Barnes

Kathryn (Kathy) Ann Luce Barnes, 53, of Willard, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, following a long illness.

Kathy was born on July 27, 1972, to George Horton and Wanda Ann Luce.

Kathy’s family and friends were her greatest joy. Although her health limited her in recent years, she remained devoted to caring for her loved ones every day.

Kathy is survived by four children: Courtney Murphy, Michael Hoaglin, Mathew Barnes, and Elizabeth Barnes. She also leaves behind six grandchildren, her father, George Horton Luce, her brother, George Howard Luce, her half-brother, Darrell Luce, and her half-sister, Michelle Luce.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Everton Community Building in Everton, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Kathy’s memory to one of her favorite charities: Children’s Miracle Network or the American Cancer Society.