Bad Axe, Michigan
Barry Roy Eden, 66, of Bad Axe, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007 at his home.
Barry was born Nov. 26, 1941 in Bad Axe. He was raised on a farm in Lincoln Township by his loving grandparents, Josh and Llwella Eden. Barry attended the church school for eight years and graduated from Bad Axe High School in 1960. He then attended Ferris College for a short time before enlisting in the U.S. Army for two years. After fulfilling his service to his country, Barry attended Northwood University on a full football scholarship. After graduation, Barry moved to Honolulu, Hawaii and was a sporting goods salesman for Brunswick Inc. He was transferred to San Francisco after ten years in Hawaii. Barry finished his career as a Fuel Broker for ITL, Inc. while residing in Newport Beach, Calif. In July 2007, Barry retired and moved back to Bad Axe.
His career in football made him an avid football fan and he loved watching all the games on the weekends. He also enjoyed golfing and attended the Claude Marsh Golf Outings whenever possible. Coach Marsh was a very important person in Barry's life as he made it possible for Barry to continue playing football after serving in the U.S. Army. Barry will be missed by many, many friends from Hawaii and California, as well as friends and classmates from Michigan.
Barry never married, surviving are special friend, Marcia King of Bad Axe; aunt and uncle, Gordon and Irene Eden of Filion, aunt June Byarski of Bad Axe, great-uncle Howard Randall of Bad Axe, great-aunt Clairbelle Storbeck of Kinde; cousins, Phyllis (Andy) Woycik of Ruth, Vicki (Larry) Williams of Elkton, Pat (Richard) Dudek of Saginaw, Gary (Kathy) Byarski of Rhodes, Leonard (Lauri) Byarski of Sutton Bay, and Donna (George) Trimpe of Southgate.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007 at the MacAlpine "Mac" Chapel in Bad Axe. Chaplin Karen Bouverette will officiate.
Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday. Burial will be in the Colfax Township Cemetery.
Memorials may be offered in lieu of flowers to the Claude Marsh Scholarship Fund. Checks should be made out to the Bad Axe High School/Marsh Memorial Scholarship Fund. Checks may be sent to Larry Essenmacher, 221 N. West St., Vassar, MI 48758.
Read MoreBarry was a terrific guy. We never saw him without a big smile on his face. A definite pleasure to have him around and we will always cherish those moments.
Dan & Candi Marteski
December 31, 2007 | Costa Mesa, CA
We feel blessed to have known Barry, even if only for a short time. He had such a welcoming smile and always a funny story to tell. He may not have made it to his retirement spot in Hawaii but we have a feeling he is now enjoying an even better paradise. Thanks for the memories, Barry.
Gil & Vicki Tanguma
December 30, 2007 | Huntington Beach, CA
It saddens me that Barry has gone on, I had known him for several years and considered him a brother.
His sense of humor, even through all his medical trials and tribulations, was a ray of sunshine in my life!
My wife and I feel blessed for having known him.
"See ya at the game Barry"
Ron Reichenbach
December 30, 2007 | Dolan Springs, AZ
I was Barry's younger cousin. I remember him at family events and when he moved learned about him and his travels from his Dad. Everyone was very proud of Barry and his accomplishments. I am sure he will be missed by all his friends.
Mary Scott
December 29, 2007 | Longwood, FL
Everybody loved Barry! His quick grin, mischievous twinkle in his eye, and "Bar-like" hug were irresistible. I'll miss him. He was a true friend
Ann Schelke Tank
December 29, 2007 | Bad Axe, MI
I was a neighbor of Barry's in Newport Beach that grew into a very memorable friendship. We shared so many wonderful times together. Ballgames, pool outings, boxing matches, many meals etc. Barry was always there to help out when ever needed and I tried to return the favors to the best of my ability. A true friend is always there day or night and that was my Barry! He will be missed deeply!! I shall never forget the memories we shared and dear Barry you will live on in my heart...
Tracey Balding
December 28, 2007 | Newport Beach, CA
I was Barry's roommate at Ferris back in the early 60s. One thing about Barry was that if good times were being had he was right in the middle of it all. I know he is up there with the coach now.
Doug Logan
December 27, 2007 | Orlando, FL
Barry was my friend. We met in High School playing football. Together we ran the length of the football field at full speed to score a touch-down against Kinde in a J.V. game. No one was within 50 yards of us, we were running against each other. From that point on the friendship and good time began.
Whenever things got dull, the standard line was "Where is Barry" or "lets get Barry". He was a walking dynamo. The best self-starter I have ever known.
Barry these thoughts are with a...
Steve walzak
December 27, 2007 | Port Huron
