Charles Barnett

Charles Barnett, age 91, of Karnak, Ill. passed away at 12:13 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the Metropolis Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Metropolis.

 Charles was born August 27, 1934 in Karnak.

 He was a graduate of Karnak High School. Charles was a member of the First Baptist Church in Karnak and was a Deacon for many years. 

Charles and Anna Sanders were united in marriage in 1953. 

He was an executive board member for the IBEW. He had retired from General Telephone. 

Charles had been very active in the Karnak Khoury League. He was a past member of the Century School Board and had also served as the Mayor of Karnak, as well as the Fire Chief. Charles also served on the Karnak City Council for many years. 

Charles owned and operated Bob's Billiards in Karnak for several years. 

He is survived by two daughters, Beverly Greer of Karnak, Julie and (Robin) Hinton of Karnak; one son, Alan Barnett of Karnak; three grandchildren, Stephanie Hutchison of Belknap, Blair Anderson of Ullin, Jessi and (Bret) Green of Karnak; nine great-grandchildren.

 Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Sanders Barnett (2019); one sister, Ruth Barnett; his parents, James and Ruth Smith Barnett; grandson, Chris Greer. 

 Services honoring the life of Mr. Charles Barnett was held Thursday, April 2 at Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak. Rev. Scott Harner officiated. Internment followed at Anderson Cemetery in the Boaz Community of Massac County.

 Pallbearers were Dylan Green, Drew Green, Dane Green, Tadge Anderson, Bret Green and Jackson Wight.

 In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the First Baptist Church of Karnak Food Pantry. Envelopes will be provided.

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