Imogene Barnes

Imogene Barnes, 92, of Vandalia, MO passed away at 5:55 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2018 at Tri-County Care Center in Vandalia.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018, at Waters Funeral Home. Bro. Kenny Haddock will officiate. Burial will be in the Vandalia Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. until the time of service Thursday at Waters Funeral Home.

Imogene was born on July 19, 1925, in Vandalia, MO the daughter of Lloyd and Hermena B (Ulrich) Collins.

She was united in marriage to Marvin Barnes on August 10, 1947, in Wellsville, MO.  He preceded her in death on September 30, 1996.

Survivors include her daughters, Linda Qualls of Mexico, MO and Sandra Young (Roger) of Vandalia, MO; grandchildren, Jennifer Bartison (Scott) of Vandalia, MO, Dustin Qualls (Amanda) of Mexico, MO and Jason Young (Melissa) of Mexico, MO; great grandchildren, Andrew, Matthew, Cassie, Alex and Emma.

Imogene was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marvin, and one son-in-law Elliott Qualls of Mexico, MO.

Imogene was an avid bowler and bowled up to the age of 89.  Mrs. Barnes also enjoyed reading in her spare time, gardening, and was a wonderful cook.  Her biggest love was her family and the time she cherished with her grandchildren.

Imogene was a member of Mt. Olivet Presbyterian Church.

Pallbearers will be Dustin Qualls, Jason Young, Scott Bartison, Andrew Bartison, Roger Young, Dave Qualls.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Olivet Presbyterian Church, Vandalia Library or the Vandalia YMCA, in care of the Waters Funeral Home.