James "J.D." Douglas Barnes, age 56, husband of Brenda Barnes, passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, at Frankfort Regional Medical Center in Frankfort, Ky. Born in Newport, OR on February 12, 1969, James was the son of Mary Alena Gatens Wilkinson and the late Clark Douglas Barnes.

James was a hard worker; he'd worked since he was seven years old and worked as a construction worker for 30 years. He prided himself on his ability to fix just about anything; if he didn't know how to fix it, he'd learn how. He was a dedicated fisherman and hunter. James also spent many hours chainsaw sculpting. He loved his family more than anything; when it came to them, he was a selfless father and grandfather. James prided himself on being a good role model for his children and grandchildren. He was described by his family as being an early bird, a big talker, he'd never met a stranger, very patriotic, funny, creative, and very adventurous.

James is survived by his wife, Brenda Dianne Kukal Barnes; his seven children, Johnathan Harmon, Tyler Harmon, Amber Barnes, all of OR, Jacob Denson (Shaunda Stella) of TN, Alisha Amos, David Wolverton (Stephanie) and, Travis Wolverton (Allie) all of KY; a brother, Timothy Barnes of OR; eleven grandchildren, Adrianna, Kaiden, Brayden, McKinnley, Colton, Daniel, John-David, Nevaeh, Jensen, Connor, and Nora; and cousins, Mike Gatens (Brandi) and Joey Gatens of OR, Karl Miller (Julie) of GA, Suzie Miller of CO, and numerous other cousins; several aunts and uncles; and a mother-in-law, Betty Kukal of KY.

Including his father James was preceded in death by his son, Lane Barnes; his step-father, Mike Wilkenson; and his father-in-law, Jimmie Kukal.

Memorial visitation will be held at 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Oregon Wildlife Foundation, 2337 NW York St #201c, Portland, OR 97210 or at https://secure.givelively.org/donate/oregon-wildlife-foundation/oregon-wildlife-foundation

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home, Lawrenceburg, KY.  Condolences to the family may also be expressed at www.ritchieandpeach.com.