David Barnett

Description

David's parents, William Dotson Barnett and Syble Marie Horn Barnett, were sharecroppers. David, the youngest of seven children, attended Bristow schools and worked various jobs, including at List Motors and Mancel Murphy's gas station. He attended OSU, earning a degree in organizational analysis. David worked at Community Bank for 30 years, starting in 1974, and co-founded Barnett Operations, an oil field service business. He also served on several community boards and attended First Church of God since 1974. David shared about his wife Ellen and two children, Stacey and Blake. He also talked about his role in the community, including his involvement with the Industrial Authority and Community Bank. David reflected on the impact of technology, particularly the cell phone, and emphasized the importance of integrity and commitment in family and work.

Date

2024-09-05

Interviewer

Regan Siler

Interviewee

David Barnett

Files

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Citation

“David Barnett,” Stories of Bristow, accessed March 11, 2026, https://bristoworalhistory.org/items/show/139.