She was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her husband, Billy Don Barnett; her daughter, Brandi Wilson Michel of Holly Springs, Miss.; her son-in-law, Jake Michel; and her two grandchildren: Kendall and Jakob.
Preceding her in death were her father, Elmer Cagle; her mother, Lula Cagle; and her brother, Wade Cagle.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 23 at the Black Oak Baptist Church with Bro. Pat Tucker officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting a donation to LeBonheur Children's Hospital. Donations should be designated in memory of Valerie Barnett and mailed to LeBonheur Foundations; P. O. Box 42048; Memphis, TN 38174.

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