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Donald A. BARRY

1955 - 2018

Donald A. BARRY obituary, 1955-2018, Santa Rosa, CA

BORN

1955

DIED

2018

Donald BARRY Obituary

BARRY, Donald A. Died at home in Windsor, California on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at the age of 63 after a courageous battle with cancer. Don is survived by his wife Pat, daughters Tina and Dana, granddaughters Kaylee and Gianna, brothers Mike (Sherry), Danny (Debbie) and sisters Judy and Holly, plus numerous extended family members. His family meant a lot to him and he loved the title of Papa and Uncle Don. Don was born on January 28, 1955 in Santa Rosa, CA and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, he was stationed in Germany before returning stateside with his young family. Don worked as a heavy equipment operator and was known for his superior skills in operating anything on wheels. He acquired the nick name "Don Hoe" for his use of backhoes In recent years he loved volunteering with different Veteran's groups in the area. During this time he has formed many close relationships with other veterans and they all have meant the world to him, his brothers. The family would like to thank Hospice nurses Melanie, Jennifer and Robert. And a special thanks to Mark, Judy, Mike, Sherry, Dianne and Linda, for all your love and support. A celebration of life is scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 1p.m. at 90 Ursuline Road, Santa Rosa. Donations may be made in his honor to Pacific Coast Air Museum.

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Published by Press Democrat from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2018.

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Paul Le Brett

February 12, 2019

I wish we had connected before his death. He was a lot of fun at school and riding the bus out to Dry Creek. I would like to talk to his brother Dennis. I think of them when I drive by the old property. My deepest condolances.

Rocco Chiappetta

February 26, 2018

I am very sad to learn of Mr. Barrys passing. In the few years that I knew him, he was kind and gentile. Don was a very kind and loving "papa" to my daughter, Gianna. He will be deeply missed and is in my prayers...

Martha Thomas Joseph

February 19, 2018

Condolences to your family on your loss. My family has known the Barry family for many years prior to their moving to Healdsburg so it is with a heavy heart that I read of Don's passing.

Our prayers are with you

Paul Le Brett

February 19, 2018

So sorry for your loss! Don and I attended Healdsburg schools together. We lived out in Dry Creek and rode the bus everyday. He was kind and a good hearted person.

Elias

February 18, 2018

My condolence to you. May the love of family and friends give you the strength to cope with your loss of Donald Barry. May 2 Thessalonians 3:16 be of comfort. "May the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way. May the Lord be with all of you."

February 18, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss. I hope the Barry family will draw comfort from the words found at Psalm 145:18.

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