Lakeland – Paul Barnett, 88, passed away Dec. 18, 2016. Mr. Barnett was born in Alabama on July 17, 1928. He was a carpenter for many years prior to retirement, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and time with his family. Mr. Barnett was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Ruth Barnett; son, Larry Barnett; grandson, Chris Barnett; and siblings, Annie Mae, Robert, Andy, Mary Jane, Riley, Gene Allen, Wendell, Wayne, Jon, Betty and Olmalene. He is survived by his daughter, Linda (Walt) Prevatt; brother, Newt Barnett; sisters, Rosie Pridgen and Mary Kitchens; grandchildren, Jody Prevatt, Lori Judd, Patty Jones, Jon Barnett, and Ashley Yerdon; 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; companion, Martha Clark. Visitation will be Wed. from 1-2 pm at Gentry Morrison Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd. Lakeland. Services will follow at 2 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association