Mrs. Betty Louise Barnes, age 81, of Lumberton, passed away on May 14, 2020 at GlenFlora Assisted Living Facility in Lumberton. She was born in Robeson County on May 20, 1938 to the late Lewis Evander Devane and the late Myrtle Long Devane.  She retired from West Point Stevens after many years of service as a dedicated employee.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Royce Rhodes Barnes, Sr; her daughter, Glenda Sue Barnes Carnes; a brother, James Devane; two sisters, Nancy Wright and Minnie "Mickey" Morgan.

Surviving are her son, Royce Rhodes Barnes, Jr. (Susan) of Lumberton; one brother, Richard Devane of Tar Heel; one sister, Sarah Winkler (Marty) of Raeford; three grandchildren, Brittany Carnes (Jason Campbell), Royce Rhodes Barnes III and Summer Breeze Barnes and two great-grandchildren, Kinlee Campbell and Caison Royce Barnes.

A private graveside service will be held at Gardens of Faith Cemetery in Lumberton with Rev. Michael Bowen officiating.

Her family is grateful to her doctors, nurses, and the staff at GlenFlora Assisted Living Facility for the love and compassion they've shown. It is comforting to know that in our time of need, there are special people like you.