Kimberly Barnes Obituary in Memphis at R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home

Obituary For Kimberly Barnes

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.

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I only known kim for a short time beautiful person she will definitely be miss rest in arm of our lord ❤️ Jesus christ 🙏

Barbara Barnes

You have my condolences to family,and my God bless you.

Coletta Nichols

This is Maurine. I met Kimberly. Through her brother Lydell, whom I dated for a while the moment I met her she embrace me with loving arms, and from that day on, we became friends She always treated me with love and respect because that's who she was. She was a warm, beautiful and very smart person. She will always have a place in my heart, her memories that I have of her will live on with me until we see each other again. I am so sorry for the family. My heart goes out to all of you and may God bless and be with you. Strengthen your hearts mind and soul and just remember the chain has been broken, but it will link up again in heaven

Kim was a true friend and fun to be around. Her smile and laughter will be missed. Sending prayers and condolences to her family.
Regina Fleming Dobbins

It's hard to accept that my siblings of seven have now become six. The void left behind is one that will be difficult to fill. My heart aches, but I find comfort in knowing that God, in His wisdom, has called you to rest.
Your memory will forever remain with me, my dear sibling—my Irish twin for those two special days each year. I will cherish the bond we shared, the laughter, and the love that time can never erase.
Rest peacefully. You are loved, you are missed, and you will never be forgotten.
— Elatris
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