Kimberly Estell Barnes, age 59 of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee.

She was born Saturday, June 19, 1965 in Memphis, Tennessee, a daughter of Tommie and Bertha (Mells) Estell. She married the love of her life, Melvin Barnes in 2009.

Kimberly went to Memphis College of Arts. She had been employed as a chef in healthcare facilities. She enjoyed bowling, fishing, partying, playing spades, going to the casino, gathering with family and friends for the holidays, hosting events that created special moments, and providing opportunities to tempt your taste buds with a purpose, at her monthly birthday dinners and celebrations. Most of all, she loved throwing down in the kitchen.

She is survived by Melvin Barnes, her estranged husband; Keondralayer Estell-Sasfrass, and Kearshanevia Estell, her daughters; Bertha Mells: her mother, Ladell Estell, her brother; Elatris Estell, Tracy Estell, Tonee Estell, her sisters; Tommie Estell, brother; Charisse Estell, sister. She is preceded in death by her father, grandparents, and uncles.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 8:00am-9:55an with a Celebration of Life to follow at 10:00am both will be held at R.S. Lewis and Sons Funeral Home 3651 Austin Peay Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128.