Jon Michael Barnard

Jon Michael Barnard, 54, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, passed away suddenly, of natural causes, on Saturday, April 11, 2015. He was born August 13, 1960, in Evergreen Park, Illinois to Ronald Barnard and Janice (Grimes) Barnard. Jon was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Ronald Barnard; and nephew, Mark Hartman. Jon is survived by his loving wife, of 28 years, Christi Barnard of Greenbrier and four devoted children, daughter, Haleigh of Greenbrier, and sons Ryan, of Conway, Jon Michael and wife Miranda of Greenbrier and Connor of Greenbrier. He is also survived by sisters Leigh Ann Hall (Kevin) of Morris, Illinois and Denise Hartman (Ed) of Chicago, Illinois, and brothers Tom Barnard (Dee) of Coal City, Illinois and Michael Barnard of Lisle, Illinois, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Jon was a graduate of Coal City High School in Illinois and American Trades Institute, where he learned the trade of welding. He was employed at Centerpoint Entergy for the past 20 years, where he was privileged to work with some of his closest friends. Jon accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior 29 years ago and his life was changed forever. A member of Grace Baptist Church of Conway, Arkansas for 25 years, Jon was passionate about helping others find the love of God. He faithfully drove the church bus route, making sure children and families had a ride to church, taught Sunday school, and worked in the Youth Ministry. It was also important to Jon to help individuals with special needs. He loved volunteering for the Special Olympics and participated in many of their local fundraising and outreach events. Jon, a proud father of four, loved sports and was an avid spectator at his children's sporting events throughout the years. He loved his children dearly and was very proud of them and their achievements. He gave his children unconditional love and constant support. They were his pride and joy, and one of his greatest accomplishments. Jon was a man who lived every second of his life putting the needs of others before his own. Whether it was spending time with his family, giving his very best effort on the job, faithfully volunteering his time and energy to his church or Special Olympics, Jon invested tirelessly in the task at hand. Jon loved the Lord, adored his family, had a true servant's heart, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Viewing will be held Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 6-8pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, 115 South Broadview, Greenbrier, Ark. 72058 (501) 679-2575, with funeral services taking place Friday, April 17, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church, 61 Green Valley Drive, Greenbrier, Ark. 72058, with Bro. J.D. Tyson and Bro. Frank Fason officiating. Interment will follow in the Springhill Cemetery, 25 Hwy. 287, Greenbrier, Ark. Pallbearers will be Charlie Hall, Darrin Gainer, Freddie Miller, Keith Cates, David Hargrove and Jon Crawford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Grace Baptist Church Youth Ministries, 1540 Trison Lane, Conway, Ark. 72032. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.