Barney B. Lewis of Benton City passed away January 27, 2002, at the Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice House of liver failure.  He was 46 years old.

Barney B. was born to Barney and Maxine Lewis on August 31, 1955, in Kennewick, WA.  He was their fifth child and only son.

He loved horses and cars. In his early years he received many trophies and ribbons at the rodeos held in Benton City.  He also loved his family very much and missed his mother dearly.

Barney B. is survived by his father, Barney; 3 sisters, Linda Lloyd, Riverdale, UT, Darlene and her husband, David Cartwright, West Richland, WA, and sister, Gail Robinson.  He is also survived by aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, 6 nephews, 1 niece, and their children.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; mother, Maxine; sister, Judy; and nephew, Chad.

At Barney B’s request, there will not be a service.  He will be laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery in Benton City.  We loved him and will miss him dearly.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Hospice House and to Dr. Kohan.  The family would like any donations made to the Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice House, 2108 W. Entiat, Kennewick, WA 99336-3000.