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Iain BARRIE Obituary
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On Saturday, May 14, 2016 at the Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus with his family by his side. Dear husband of Joan (nee Smiley) and loving father of Robert. Also survived by his sister Ruth Barrie and brother-in-law Roger Smiley (Brigitte) and nephews Tim and Jonathan Smiley. Iain was born in Scotland in 1947 and moved to Canada at the age of six. He attended Sir George Williams and Carleton Universities. Radio was his first love and he worked at several stations in Montreal and Ottawa in various capacities. He was also with the CBC in Ottawa and the NCC. He finished his career as a Professor in the Radio Broadcasting department of Algonquin College. He will be sorely missed by many. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ottawa Humane Society would be appreciated. Friends are invited to visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street (at O'Connor) on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 1 p.m.
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Hilary McLaughlin
October 25, 2016
It is some years since I was in touch with Iain. It was always like that -- years between meetings, then occasionally running into one another all the time, then not again for a while. I always thought -- and hoped -- there would be another round!
I am so sorry to hear of his passing and extend my deepest sympathies to the family. Iain was always good for a stimulating debate, a wide-ranging conversation, usually on politics or theories of journalism, and for laughter-filled meetings.
Best wishes,
Tony McLean
May 19, 2016
What a voice and what a character! Sincerest condolences to Joan, family and friends. Loved kibitzing with Iain.
Lynn Davenport Greer
May 19, 2016
I was so sorry to hear about Iain. I knew him at Chambly County High School in St. Lambert. We were in the same graduating class (Grade X1-1 in 1966)and he was ALWAYS VERY kind to me. I remember seeing him at Algonquin years later and even then he remembered me and had kind words. I am sorry we lost touch over the years, but I will never forget him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Lynn Davenport Greer
Chris Warburton
May 18, 2016
I got to know Iain late in my service at Algonquin College. I enjoyed his sense of humour and also treasured his encouragement of me in my own endeavours. My condolences to the family.
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Jeff Lally
May 18, 2016
Joan & Robert - my deepest sympathies to you both. I only had the opportunity to meet Ian once but I enjoyed his wonderful personality and smiling eyes. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Jeff Lally
Jean Sullivan
May 18, 2016
Dear Joan, I I was very sorry to hear your sad news. I was in Dr Varney's this morning and was informed of your loss! Thinking of you and offering my sincere condolences.
May 17, 2016
Dear Joan and Robert,
I am very sorry to hear about Iain's passing. I saw it in The Citizen.
I miss seeing you at St.Richard's (Julian of Norwich).
My sincere sympathy,
Mary Kane
Allyson Domanski
May 17, 2016
I am so saddened by the news of the passing of one of my all-time favorite profs, breakfast buddies at the Newport, Facebook friend and supportive cheerleader of life in general. This man, a true teacher, will be missed.
In 1997, Iain taught me, a big expectant mom-to-be and newbie to the public service, Writing for the Media at Algonquin. To this day, my writing is guided by his deftly encouraging pointers. I delivered my daughter the same day as one of his classes, something he never forgot (maybe because I had a decent excuse for missing an assignment deadline?). When that young daughter shook his hand on being introduced to him years later on Saturday mornings at the Newport and when that young lady graduated from high school last June, he seemed to beam with pride in his congratulatory words as if his connection to her had begun in that class and he known her her whole life.
That's how Iain Barrie was: genuine, warm and considerate, as big-hearted as he was in life.
You taught us well. Take rest, young man. You've earned it.
Rosemary Sampson
May 17, 2016
Dear Joan and Family: I extend my sympathies to you all. I had the pleasure of working with Iain at the National Capital Commission, and I don't think a day went by that he could not make me laugh about something. It is many years since I was in contact with Iain, but I can only think he would have been a wonderful teacher and mentor. Joan, I hope I am correct in recalling that Iain and I shared a love of Knowlton's Landing, where your family had a cottage? Iain was one in a million and I am so glad I did get to know him.
Mike Beard
May 17, 2016
I'm deeply sorry for your loss.
May 17, 2016
Our hearts are with Joan, Robert, and family. We'll always remember Iain as a good friend and you were special neighbours. Warm memories of the Birchview BBQs. Our kids loved those beautiful dogs! Thinking of you all....Erik, 'Dean and Family.
May 17, 2016
Hello - I had the pleasure of working with Iain for a long time @ 54 Rock and he quite often brought his dog Winston with him! Great times. God Bless!
Dan and Liz
May 17, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Iain's passing. Our deepest condolences to family and friends.
Brenda and Gary Michaels
May 17, 2016
Very sorry for your loss Joan,Robert. Have many fond memories of working with Iain and sharing radio stories from the past many years.Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Bob Tait
May 16, 2016
As a volunteer at QWC Hospital(Dialysis)I got to know Iain fairly well.It was a pleasure to make his acquaintance.My sincere condolences to you Joan and family.
May 16, 2016
Joan, Robert and Ruth:
Heartbreaking news. I am so deeply sorry. Surrounding you in Prayer,
MaryAnn Foley
Joh Andrews
May 16, 2016
I always loved chatting with Iain. He was a great neighbour and the most upbeat, joyous person I've ever met. RIP Iain, we'll miss you dearly.
Liz Davies
May 16, 2016
Good-bye old friend! I will remember your story-telling and your sense of humour always. My sympathies to Joan, Robert and extended family. Hopefully, sharing the memories and the laughter will help to see you through the coming weeks.
Monique Bergeron
May 16, 2016
I am very sorry to hear of his passing. Had many conversations with Iain when he would pop into my office at Algonquin to see me. My deepest condolences to his family and "Radio" friends!
Eric Stafford
May 16, 2016
So sad to hear the news regarding Iain's passing. A true gentleman and class act. I have many fond memories of working with Iain with Algonquin's radio advisory board over the years.
May 16, 2016
Joan and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Iain's passing. My deepest sympathies.
Rick Todd
Jim Watson
May 16, 2016
Iain was a talented man, a good friend, a joker at times and a pleasure to know. He did me a few favours while a DJ but the best was when he sold me his Ranchero. He will be missed. Margaret and I offer our most sincere sympathy to his family. RIP Mr. Barrie
Sean O'Brien
May 16, 2016
Mary and I are very sorry to hear about Iain. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Lynne Vail
May 16, 2016
Mrs. Barrie and family,
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Barrie's passing. He certainly put up a good fight and your support for him was admirable.
I hope you are able to wrap yourself in the good memories as you grieve your loss.
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