Adam T. Barten

February 24, 1979 - May 21, 2022

Adam T. Barten, 43, of Rensselaer, IN, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2022, at his residence surrounded by family. Adam was born in Rensselaer, on February 24, 1979, the son of Gary Barten and Jaci (Bisher) Royal. Adam graduated from Rensselaer Central High School with the Class of 1997. He attended Bismarck State College where he earned his Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Energy Management. Adam served in the U.S. Army from 2002 – 2006, where he was stationed at Fort Campbell, KY. He served two tours of duty in Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom. On March 9, 2002, in Mt. Charleston, Nevada, he married Barbara Lewis and she survives. Adam worked as the Plant Manager at IBEC in Rensselaer for sixteen years. He joyfully attended the Grace Church of DeMotte. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Adam is survived by his parents, Gary (Tere) Barten and Jaci (Eddie) Royal; his wife, Barbara Barten; daughter, Ava Barten; father-in-law, Randy Lewis; brother, Randall Barten; sister, Kimberly (Victor) Morrow; stepsisters, Jasmine Butler and Andrea (Mike) Meza, and many loving nieces and nephews. Adam was preceded in death by his grandparents. Private services will be held for family only. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2022, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT at the American Legion in Rensselaer. Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.