Keith Barry Whitmire

It's hardly believable 15 years have gone by since Barry went to the Lord! I will share a memory of Barry that was quintessential to his persona and character. I deployed while in the US Navy with Barry to Iceland. I was his roommate for 6 months and Barry was a pleasant, neat, and respectful roommate. Yet, we were all young adventurous men flying long hours with many tense moments and nerve-racking approaches in weather that changed by the hour. After many of these missions the young...

The years have passed. Barry's squadron mate (Captain Rob Crisci) and I often mention and reminisce about the fine character and excellent demeanor of Barry. He will always remain the gentleman and loyal friend we knew years ago. Barry reminds all that a life well-lived is a testament and legacy to your family, community and nation. Barry had the tools to choose any career path yet started his young life serving his country and protecting his family, with honor and integrity. We still miss...

I cannot believe Barry has been gone so long! He was my room mate in Iceland while serving in the Navy. Barry wasn't shy, but I could definitely call him "reserved". He had a wry smile and a keen sense of humor, but was too polite to take advantage of any humor that wasn't appropriate. He was good. That's cliché, but Barry had a warm and tender soul. He would pause if he sensed that another had a problem, and after a short observation, would ask questions and offer help. His sense of humor...

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Barry and I first met at Whiting Field in Pensacola...we studied together many a night before our fam flights. Barry was always positive and added a funny quip to every situation. He was a wonderful human being who will be missed dearly. He will remain forever in my prayers, thoughts and soul. God Bless!

Lauren and family,
I came to know Barry while serving with him in Patrol Squadron Sixteen.
I was deeply sadden to hear of his passing and of your great loss. I will not attempt to find the words to express this because I know I would come up short. But I can affirm all of the wonderful sentiments and recollections which some of our shipmates have already shared with you. I can assure you, if you were able to sit among us as we shared stories of "Buoy", you would laugh out loud, cry,...

To Lauren and Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. Please know that you will be in our thoughts in the coming weeks and months.

Whitmire Family,
I am also an old shipmate of Barry's, having spent some of the most impressionable years of my young adult life with a young, but wise, pilot named "Bouy". We called him that because a critical skill required of the pilot was the ability to locate and fly over the top of a device called a sonobouy, which provided acoustic information for where enemy submarines operated. Barry was one of the best at positioning the aircraft in the exact location in order to score a...

Lauren & Girls,

We were all saddened to hear of Barry's death. We will miss seeing him when the family comes to the beach. Please know that we will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
We pray that you will know God's peace during this challenging time.

Dear Helen,
I remember the excitement when you and Keith found out that Barry was on his way. You were very good parents to him and I last remember you all leaving Pine Crest to move to Atlanta.
I know how difficult it is to have a child taken from you. It is so against nature for it to happen.
Know that you and the family are in my thoughts as you face the days ahead.
May God bless you with an abundance of His grace.
Sincerely,
Billy Emmett