Billy Joe Barnett 66 of Mt. Sterling passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington. He was born May 9, 1956 in Lexington to William and Mattie Barnett. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and a retired carpenter. He is survived by his wife Loretta Barnett of Mt. Sterling, three sons Larry Barnett of Texas, Bobby Barnett and wife Junelle of Richmond, Josh Casey of Mt. Sterling, two daughters Tonya Salleng and husband Stacy of Stanton, Tangela Casey of Mt. Sterling, ten grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two brothers Randell Barnett of Mt. Sterling, Steve Barnett and Sabrina of Clay City, three sisters Phyllis Carmichael and husband Bobby of Clay City, Rhoda Maggard and husband Joe of Ohio and Betty Barnett of Lexington. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Mattie Barnett, two brother's Larry Barnett, Ricky Barnett, two sisters Gail Prather and Ann Sparks. Funeral services will be held 10 AM Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Donald Hale officiating. Followed by a graveside service in Phelps, KY at 2 PM at the Lester Cemetery. Friends may visit Tuesday, August 2, 2022 from 6 PM till 8 PM. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.