Cloven Lindle Barnard

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Cloven Lindle Barnard who departed this life at the age of 92 on July 1, 2026. He was born on January 5, 1934, in Cason, Texas.
Cloven Lindle Barnard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend whose life was marked by hard work, integrity, and a love for the outdoors. He spent many years working in the steel industry serving as Manager of Labor Relations at Lone Star Steel. Throughout his career, he earned respect of colleagues and employees alike through his fairness, dedication and strong work ethic. He absolutely loved his job. Even at the age of 92 you could catch him on some days negotiating contracts out loud in his room as if he was still at work. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.
Outside of work, Cloven found great joy in the outdoors. He loved to fish, hunt and camp, sometimes camping all summer long with his family and friends. Whether casting a line into a lake, sharing stories around the campfire or enjoying a hunt in the woods with family and friends, he embraced the simple pleasures of life and created countless cherished memories.
In his later years, Cloven resided at Heritage Park Assisted Living facility in Mount Pleasant, Tx where he continued to enjoy life and the companionship of others. He became a familiar face at bingo (where he was known as Mr. Bingo), dominos, volleyball and other social activities at the Home.
He loved to set and talk about Lone Star Steel to many of the residents. (Those who were so kind to listen, we thank you).
Cloven Lindle Barnard leaves behind a legacy of hard work, treasured memories and a life well lived.
He is survived by his daughters and their spouse, Sharion and Randall Crawley of Cookville, Tx; Paula and Gerald Williams of Daingerfield, Tx; Misty and Kenneth Stutsman of Daingerfield, Tx; Stephanie and Rusty Bhlom of Daingerfield, Tx and Mindie and Rance Rhyne of Pittsburg, Tx along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by one brother Jimmy Barnard and his wife Darlene of Lufkin, Tx.
He was preceded in death by his father Jewel Barnard; mother Lenner Barnard; wife Peggy Sue Barnard; son Larry Lindle Barnard; grandson Marty Dwayne Crawley; brothers Jewel Harledge Barnard, aka “Pap”, Jerold Troyce Barnard; sisters, Opal Williams, Johnna Lou House and Betty Marie Davis.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers, staff and friends who provided comfort, companionship and support throughout his later years.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am Monday, July 6, 2026 in the Chapel of Horn Family Funeral Home of Daingerfield with Bro William Randall Crawley and Steve Daniel officiating. Burial will follow in Clark Cemetery. The family will receive friends during a time of visitation at 10 am prior to the service. Those serving as pallbearers include Randall Crawley, Chris Barnard, Allen Barnard, Joshua Williams, Rance Rhyne and Steve Daniel.