Terry Bernard Barnes was born on February 25, 1989 in Gaffney, SC to Nancy Barnes of Gaffney, SC and Terry Kelly of Spartanburg, SC. Mr. Barnes entered into eternal rest on November 2, 2025.
He graduated from Gaffney High School, Class of 2007. Terry attended South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, SC.
Mr. Barnes was the owner of K&T Landscaping and More. He was also employed with Oshkosh Defense.
Terry was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC.
Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: his wife, Deshonna Barnes of Spartanburg, SC; three sons, Kameryn Corry of Gaffney, SC, Justus Barnes and Terry Bernard Barnes, Jr. both of Spartanburg, SC; one daughter, Essence Makayla Barnes of Spartanburg, SC; two brothers, Joe Barnes and Kenny Barnes both of Gaffney, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Shannon Cross.
Terry enjoyed cutting grass, spending time with family, eating, having fun and traveling. He was an all around guy with a good heart and a sense of humor that was out of this world. Mr. Barnes wasa God fearing young man. Terry loved his wife and kids, as well as his family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.
Challenge Manufacturing sent Red and White Floor Basket for Terry Barnes - November 06, 2025
Terry it was great working with you & we definitely gon miss you so much. Continued prayers for his family🙏🏾
A kind soul. We all love you. Take your rest.
Our hearts and prayers are with the family with the loss of Terry. He and my son grew up together and played many sports together. As they grew older, we lost touch, but he was always a joy to have around. We begin to remember not just that you have died, but that you lived, and your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. Take your rest and fly high young man.
On behalf of the East Spartanburg community our condolences to the Kelly family. Weeping endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.