Austin Storm Barnes

Austin was born and raised in Topeka, Kansas. He graduated from Shawnee Heights High School and went on to earn his Associates Degree from Washburn University. He also graduated from Washburn Institute of Technology.

After driving a Semi for Van Wyke, he worked for the Kansas Department of Labor as a Special Investigator. Most recently he was employed by Conduent.

Growing up he enjoyed family outings at Lake Wabaunsee where his Great Grandparents lived, and he learned to fish and enjoy water sports. Austin's family was excited to watch him play basketball and football and loved cheering for his team. He was an avid gamer for 20+ years and enjoyed competing with his friends online.

Austin is survived by his mother, Traci Donald, Grandparents, Diane and Rod Donald, Aunt Wendi and Uncle Jason Nash, first cousin Alyssa Nash, Randy and Colt Hill plus many Great Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

Austin was always on the quiet side but will be remembered as kind and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

A Celebration of Life Open House will be held Sunday, April 12th from 12:00 - 2:00 at the Tecumseh Park Shelter House located at 4800 SE 2nd Street, Tecumseh, KS 66542.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pulse Search and Rescue via their Go Fund Me on their Facebook page.