Alfred Dwight Barnett
November 9, 1952 - July 4, 2025Dwight Barnett, age 72, of Corbin KY, passed away on July 4th, 2025, in his home with his wife and daughter by his side. A devoted husband, loving father, and proud Papaw, Dwight’s life was a true testament of love, faith, hard work, and kindness.
He was born on November 9th, 1952, in Corbin KY, the son of the late Clinton and Edith (Taylor) Barnett. Dwight had been a Kentucky State Trooper for 24 years and was proud to have served his community all those years. He was a member of Poplar Grove Baptist Church men’s ministry and security team, and did volunteer work for several community organizations. He truly cared for the people he served and built lasting relationships through his honesty, faith, and dedication.
Family was at the center of Dwight’s life. He was a wonderful husband to his wife, Linda Barnett, and a loving father to his daughter Fallon (Daniel) Taylor. He cherished his role as Papaw to his beloved grandchildren Bentley and Luke Taylor. He also leaves behind his sister Fredia Yantz and brothers Carl Barnett and Harold (Lena) Barnett and a host of nieces, nephews, and other precious family members.
In addition to his parents Dwight was preceded in death by his older brother Doyle Barnett.
Dwight’s memory will live on through the many lives he touched, especially those of his family, whom he loved so deeply. He will be deeply missed by all those who had the honor of knowing him.
Visitation will be held on Monday July 7th 2025, the family will receive friends and family from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Poplar Grove Baptist Church located at 2322 N KY 830, Corbin, KY 40701. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 6:00 P.M. with Brother Bobby Joe and Victor Bramlett officiating.
Ronnie Mullins
Posted at 14:25h, 05 JulyThis wonderful man of faith will be missed by his loving family and friends but the Lord called him home and what absolute joy he must be having in the presence of the Glory!
May God bless and comfort his family during this difficult time.
Bonnie & Brian Koehler
Posted at 14:32h, 05 JulyLinda, Fallon, and family. Dwight will be missed by all who knew him. His legacy lives on in his grandsons.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kaye Middleton
Posted at 16:11h, 05 JulyWorked with him for many years. He was always respectful and did his job as a state trooper. He will missed.
Jackie Hampton
Posted at 23:18h, 05 JulyI knew Dwight through working with him at the Kentucky State Police and it was an honor! He was a such a caring and soft spoken man and I will never forget him. Linda and Fallon and family, my heart breaks for all of you! You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Brian and Bonnie Koehler
Posted at 10:07h, 06 JulyWe are honored to have known Dwight. He was a very wonderful husband, dad, and papaw. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
Judith Reeves
Posted at 13:20h, 07 JulySorry for you loss. Al of our state troopers are the best. He was truly a superhero. Prayers always for all first responders at my house. God bless him. Will be praying for yourfamily.🙏
Stephanie Strickland
Posted at 14:40h, 07 JulyIt will ForALWAYS have been my honor to serve Dwight! I wish I’d had met him under much different circumstances but nonetheless, I am honored that God would use me in any small way to help care after such an amazing spirit. The first time he looked in my eyes I fell in love with his kind soul and he felt like my own family. Dwight surely gained another set of wings. I’m sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with all of you 🙏🏼💙