Everson Marquez Barnes “Boot” was born September 6, 1984, in Valdosta, Georgia. He was educated in the Valdosta City School System and raised by two loving parents, Elizabeth S. Lacey and Henry Barnes, Sr. Everson was very funny, enjoyed dancing, football, telling jokes and always smiling. He was free-spirited and lived life unapologetically.

He leaves to cherish his memories one son, Jaylon Jenkins and two daughters, Senyah Green and Arielle Barnes. Everson loved his son and two daughters and wanted the best for them in life. He longed to spend more time with them. Even though Everson is no longer physically here, this quote exemplifies his love for his children. “There is no expiration date on the love between a father and his child.”

He leaves to cherish his memories three brothers, Henry Barnes, Jr. (Eliza) of Lake Park, Georgia, Dr. Sirocus Barnes of Atlanta, Georgia and Lloyd Cummings (Brittany) of Valdosta, Georgia; three sisters, Lakeshia Barnes Hopkins, Tywanna Thomas and Tina McElroy (Tearon) all of Valdosta, Georgia; four nieces, Tierra Price, Star Barnes, Angel Barnes and Skyy Barnes; two nephews, Trevaris Barnes and Hendrix Barnes; one great niece, Tianna Price; special friend, Kenya Perry; family members, Daniel and Kathy Cummings; a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Christian Love Bible Church, 526 Griffin Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601. Rev. Jimmy Boyd, pastor, Pastor John Lewis, Sr., officiating. Burial will follow at the Pallbearers Cemetery.

Public Viewing will be held Friday, October 11, 2024 from 2:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

The service will be live streamed on the funeral home Facebook & YouTube Page (Stevens Funeral Home - Valdosta, GA).

We Solicit Your Prayers for The BARNES Family.

Due to COVID-19, Stevens Funeral Home will be enforcing social distancing and following the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines. We ask that anyone entering the building and attending any funeral events to please wear a mask.

Stevens Funeral Home of Valdosta is serving The BARNES family with care, compassion, love and uncompromising dignity.