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Charles Barrington Obituary

Charles E. Barrington, 88, passed away peacefully at home March 18, 2013.

Born in England, he served in the Royal Air Force during World War II and immigrated to the United States in 1959. Charles was an engineer who retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 41 years. During this time, he was awarded four patents on wheel and brake designs. He was a longtime member of the Men's Garden Club of America, an active volunteer with lengthy service at Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens and an active volunteer at the Seiberling Nature Realm.

Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Alice Barrington and sister, Joyce Barrington, he is survived by his wife of 64 years, Irene; son, David Barrington; daughter, Angela (Bob) Darragh; grandchildren, David, Brent and Andrew Barrington and Nicole Darragh.

A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. SATURDAY, March 30th at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., with Rev. Dr. Walter S. Chisholm officiating. Private inurnment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 4 p.m. SATURDAY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Stan Hywet Hall or Seiberling Nature Realm. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence, Light a Candle or Send Flowers, visit the Tribute Wall at: www.billowfuneralhomes.com

(Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)


Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Mar. 27, 2013.
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Charlie you were the best sub-dad I could have asked for even tho I only met up with you a few times. I loved spending those few days with and loved your smile! Peace always Charlie!

July 6, 2013

I am very sorry to hear about Charlie. I really appreciated his friendly greetings at the Seiberling Nature Realm and our talks about Stan Hywet. It was always a treat to be greeted by him and he came across as a kind gentleman with much knowledge and life experience to share with others that he met.
Laurie Marker

April 5, 2013

Charlie was always one of my favorite voluteers at Stan Hywet. His sense of humor and warm, friendly nature were second-to-none. He will be missed.

Theodore Mallison

April 1, 2013

Sorry to hear about Charlie, our childhood neighbor. He was kind and thoughtful, and so very interesting! Our thought are with you all,
Debbie ( Leiby ) Lukens and the whole Leiby famil from Stow Ohio

March 31, 2013

We were so very sorry to hear about Charlie. He was a bright spot in our Stan Hywet duties. I'm sure he'll be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Dr. & Mrs. James A. Frost

March 29, 2013

Dear Irene, Angela and David, so sorry to hear about Charlie. I have great memories of you, and though I live far away, I have never forgotten you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Charlie is in a better place, and he has joined my parents in Heaven.

Karen Wine

March 27, 2013

Mrs. Barrington,
I am very sorry to hear about Mr. Barrington's passing.
My prayers are with you.
Dr. Martin

March 27, 2013

Dear Dave, Becky, and sons,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Charles very well. I always enjoyed speaking with him. May God bless you in your time of need. I miss my old neighbors!
God Bless, Kevin Grady

March 27, 2013

I am sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I have fond memories of working with Charlie in Wheel and Brake Engineering and the fun Thursday nights at Belair Lane with the W&B Office Bowling league.

Richard Brown

March 27, 2013

Irene, I just found about Charlie. I am so sorry. He is one of my favorite people.Rosemary Forman

March 27, 2013

Dear Irene and family-Charlie was the best-I admired him so much and loved to listen to him talk-he reminded me so much of my grandfather. Stan Hywet has lost a good friend and great volunteer-we will miss him very much. May God bless him and you.

Penny Magnuson

March 27, 2013

He was a wonderful neighbor .will be missed.

The Minsters

March 27, 2013

Mrs. Barrington,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a wonderful man.

Jennifer
Falls Foot & Ankle

Jennifer Evans-Dippel

March 27, 2013

Dear Irene, we were sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. Wonderful memories. Claudia and Ron Kammer

March 27, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes

March 27, 2013

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