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On Thursday, August 8, 2019. Died peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, Theresa of 42 years, and family. He was the beloved father to Wayne, Brandon and Heather; grandfather to Chance and baby Angel Buffy. He was the son of the late Stan and Eleanor Popinski; beloved brother to Janice, Stan, Joyce, Joan and Jayne. Barry was a very caring man, especially when it came to his family. He will be missed by the many friends that came into his life and will always be remembered for his kind ways, Christmas spirit and displays, and being an original Pittsburgh dad. Friends received Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Sharpsburg. A blessing service will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m., in the Chapel of St. Mary's Cemetery, Sharpshill Rd., O'Hara Twp. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CEMETERY. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital www.stjude.org
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JoAnn Stupka
August 5, 2020
Dear Theresa
Just remember Barry will ALWAYS be with you! ❤
Alberta Savarese
August 25, 2019
Dear Theresa and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you all. I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Barry is now your loving guardian angel watching over all of you from Heaven above. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him, now and forever, Amen.
August 25, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Rick Duffy
August 12, 2019
Theresa,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Him O Lord and May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him!
Rest in Peace!
Rick Duffy
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Joseph Tarasi
August 12, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
EJ & Phyllis O'Neill
August 12, 2019
Theresa and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Gurtner-Occorso
August 12, 2019
Popinski family, so sorry to hear of Barrys passing. What a great guy and father! R.I.P my friend, see ya on the other side...
Pauline Tomon
August 12, 2019
To Theresa, Wayne, Brandon, and Heather - I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I did not know him well, but must echo the thoughts of those that did: Barry was a good man. And that is what we all hope to be remembered for - being a good person. My thoughts are with you all.
Shirley Crispens
August 11, 2019
Barry, knew each other since I was 16 and you brought Tim to me. I always wished my love could be as strong and pure you and my sister have a special love that will last way beyond this life. Say hello to mom and dad. You will be missed. My sister has been very lucky to have chosen you for her partner. Love Shirley
Shirley Crispens
August 11, 2019
Barry, we knew each other since I was 16 and you brought Tim to me. I always wished my love could be as strong and pure. You and my sister have a special love that will last way beyond this life. Say hello to mom and dad. You will be missed. My sister has been very lucky to have chosen you for her partner. Love Shirley
Melissa Crispens
August 11, 2019
Aunt Theresa and family, I'm very sorry to hear the loss of uncle barry. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jamie McAlister
August 11, 2019
Heather, Eric, Chance, & Buffy my heart aches for
You. You are in my prayers.
Matthew GurtnerMa Sr
August 11, 2019
I am Barrys life long nieghbor and friend. The first thing i remember of Barry him running down over the hill looking for the tire that got roled down his driveway by cough cough (Wayne). Lol and the rest is history. Love and will miss him alot. Sign your friend Matthew J. Gurtner Sr
JoAnn
August 11, 2019
Theresa and family you have my deepest sympathy
Barry was such a sweet man. So glad I got to know him. Always smiling. He will be missed
August 11, 2019
I could not have asked for nor could I have picked a better brother-in-law. You loved my sister a whole moon full and more. Cherished moments and fond memories will last forever.
Thank you Barry for being the person that you were.
You are gone, but will never be forgotten.
Saddened by the loss of losing one so dear.
A heavy hearted Helen
William Gurtner
August 11, 2019
I can't believe that you are gone!To Theresa, Wayne,Brandon and Heather, my deepest condolences to you all.
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