Barton L. McLain, 82, of Evarts passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at his son's home in Dillsboro, IN with his loving family by his side. Barton was born on Thursday, January 14, 1943, in Evarts, KY to the late Garfield McLain and Marie Henderson McLain. A graduate of Evarts High School, Bart was a longtime employee of Dormar-Darby Coal Co. and Yocum Creek Coal Co., both family owned businesses. He was a mentor for the Hope Center where he dedicated many years helping others and was also a member of the Evarts Baptist Church. Barton also enjoyed camping, hiking, and doing woodworking. He was known for his cooking, such as smoking meat and doing barbecues.

Barton will be missed by his sons Gardiner McLain and wife, Suzie, of Dillsboro, IN; and Bentley McLain and wife, Tina, of Nicholasville, KY; a brother, Tracy McLain of Danville, KY; a sister, Sidney McLain Bryant and husband, Bill, of Evarts, KY; four grandchildren, Micah McLain, Cameron McLain and wife, Taylor, Hannah McLain and Rachel McLain; and one great-grandchild, Melanie McLain.  Also surviving are two nieces, Aubrey and Madalyn Bennett; a nephew, Jed Johnson and wife, Ashley; a great-nephew, Wyler Johnson; and a host of other family and friends.

Barton was preceded in death by his parents, Garfield and Marie McLain; his wife, Jenny Botler McLain; a brother, Warner "Hop" McLain; a sister-in-law, Nancy McLain; and a brother-in-law, Earl Johnson.

His memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Evarts Baptist Church with his visitation beginning at 12 noon followed by the service at 2 pm.  Pastor John Luttrell will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Hope Center 6050 Hwy. 38 Evarts, KY  40828.

This obituary is courtesy of the Evarts Funeral Home.