Benny Barnes, the former mayor of Century in North Escambia County, has passed away at age of 86. Barnes served 13 years as a councilman and mayor in Century and previously served as president of the Century Area Chamber of Commerce. A Marine Corps veteran, Barnes was born in Santa Rosa County and worked at Monsanto. He is survived by his wife Edna, a son and numerous other family members and friends. Funeral services will be held at a later date.