Martha "Marty" Jean Barnett
April 08, 2017
Martha “Marty” Jean Lang Barnett, 61, was called to Heaven on April 8, 2017. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 11, 2017 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA. Funeral services are Wednesday, April 12 at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines with burial at 2:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in State Center, IA.
Marty is survived by her loving husband, Jeff Barnett of Waukee, IA; daughters, Alicia (Kevin) Krasko of Saline, MI, Jenna (Danny) Doyel of Windsor Heights, IA; grandchildren, Claire, Collin, Kaden, Austin and Brody; siblings, Linda (Jim) Cox, Mary (Bruce) Reisinger, Janet (David) German, Joyce Barron, Lori (Craig) Kimball, Becky (Harold) Carr, Jerry (Stephanie) Lang and Bob (Patti) Lang; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and her extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Wanda Lang; brother, Jim Lang; and mother and father-in-law, Elaine and Gaylord Barnett.
Marty was born February 8, 1956 in Marshalltown, IA. She worked at Emerson Process Management in Marshalltown from the time of her high school graduation until her retirement in 2011. In her spare time, Marty enjoyed gardening, riding on the Harley with her husband Jeff, and crafting. But most of all, she loved spending time with her precious grandchildren, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Cemetery in State Center or Celebrate Recovery at Lutheran Church of Hope in Marty’s name. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lori Jo Otto
04/12/2017
Jeff, I just learned today of Marty's passing. What a shock! I am so very sorry for your deep loss! I will always remember how hot she looked in her Harley duds, and I will savor the memory of being witness to both of you giving your lives to Christ on the same evening. God be with you in your grief, friend.
John Lang
04/12/2017
To Martha's Family, Very sad to learn of Martha's passing. I can still see her with her long beautiful hair and loving soul from back in the day.
Deborah Horn
04/12/2017
To all of Martha's family,
So sad to hear about Martha I know how close all of you were as sisters and brothers. She had a free and loving heart and she will be missed by many.
God bless you all
Kevin and Stephanie Cousins
04/11/2017
Jeff were so sad to hear about Marty. May God be with you and your family and lift you up. We never had the chance to meet her but she had to be a fabulous lady, judging from the way you are brother. God bless.
Jenna
04/11/2017
Mama Marts, I just want you to know how much I love you. Our lives will never be the same without you in it. I still can't believe this is even happening, we still had so many things left to do. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for always being there as a mother and amazing grandma to the boys. I keep telling them just how much you loved them! We will see you again someday.. xoxo
Jenna
Robin (Krough) Meester
04/11/2017
Dear All, So sad to hear of your loss. Marty was beautiful and caring as your whole family is.
May the lord be in your hearts at this sad time.
Janelle Moellers
04/11/2017
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Mike Krasko
04/10/2017
On behalf of the entire Krasko family, I want to express our sorrow on hearing of Marty's passing. Although I had only met her a few times and did not know her well, I do know that my sister-in-law Alicia loved her dearly. Alicia spoke of her often and I know that Marty will be sorely missed. She will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick and Gigi burkett
04/10/2017
Marty was a sister in Christ, a dear loving special woman and we loved every moment we got to spend with she and Jeff. The lives she touched go beyond anything we can probably imagine. She loved with her whole self and we will be forever thankful to have been blessed by her life and it's fitting she will be spending Holy Week with the Lord and getting so many answers! Bless you and all the family during this sudden loss. Prayers are lifted in all your behalf.
Diane (Heller) Olson
04/10/2017
I am so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. I grew up with the Lang's in State Center. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Deb Herink
04/10/2017
Alicia, Marty has been a very dear friend for over 30 years and during that time she gained you as a daughter. Not a doubt in my mind, you were her greatest joy in life. I will always be thankful for the happiness you brought her! Deb
Mighty Mariah
04/09/2017
Dear Jeff, My deepest sympathy to you and your family as you grieve the loss of an amazing woman of God. She loved you and we loved her and we will all miss her dearly. Praying for ya.
Blessings
Mighty Mariah