LaVerne Paul “Barney” Pessman, age 77, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, passed away on June 9th, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
Barney was born on December 6th, 1947, in Morrison, Illinois, to parents Allen Pessman and Anna Houzenga. He was employed by the Fulton Corporation for 25 years. Beyond his long-term career, Barney was a talented self-taught designer and contractor-often referring to himself as an “amateur architect.” He enjoyed designing, renovating, and flipping houses, and took great pride in the details of his work. Barney also enjoyed traveling and was an avid car enthusiast.
He is survived by his wife, Penny; his brother Dwayne; sister, Irene, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Lauren and his sister, Judy.
A Memorial Visitation was held at the Bosma- Renkes Funeral Home of Fulton, Illinois on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Family will host a Memorial Service on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Faith Baptist Church of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.
Faith Baptist Church
Banks Road south of Wirth
Mammoth Spring, Arkansas